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It makes me uncomfortable that in popular media there& #39;s a major focus on genetics and how being exceptional is tied to a genetic destiny.
Plot hooks are so often based on who the protagonist& #39;s parents are, and if not the importance of the individuals, then on their bloodline. His mother was an angel and his father was a devil so he is the BREAKER OF MORALITY or some such.
Even in progressive media, where there& #39;s been a major focus on the power of collaboration and valued teamwork, there still must be a central figure who the world revolves around. And not just central to our focus, but to the movement and success of all other characters.
I noticed the similarity between this and how the US treats politics.
There& #39;s a huge focus on a savior figure as the only possible way for action to be taken or for change to happen, because the actions of any other are meaningless without the central figure& #39;s catalyst.
There& #39;s a huge focus on a savior figure as the only possible way for action to be taken or for change to happen, because the actions of any other are meaningless without the central figure& #39;s catalyst.
I& #39;d enjoy stories where someone& #39;s greatness isn& #39;t attributed to their bloodline or gifts granted to them because they& #39;re the chosen. I would like stories where people succeed because they collaborate to find whatever terms of victory or success. They& #39;re rare, but they exist.
When done properly, like ATLA, having someone who is granted a powerful gift as the centerpiece doesn& #39;t detract from the overall theme of collaboration and unified strength.
More of this please.
More of this please.
