Oct 26, 2022 • 43M

Chapter 3.7 - Bennets by Some Other Names

Looking at adaptation through "Bride and Prejudice" and "Fire Island"

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Two English teachers analyze pop culture through the lens of literary analysis.
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Alicia and Sarah explore the value of quality adaptations, particularly adaptations of Pride and Prejudice. Both Bride and Prejudice and Fire Island give us the opportunity to look at a classic story through a modern lens. At the end of the discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.

Literary terms of the week: adaptation, classic, diversity and representation

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Music by Craig Harmann

Cover art by Matt Holman

Show Notes:

30-second summary

  • Amazon Prime and Hulu

Literary terms of the week (plus historical context):

  • Adaptation (in comparison to perspective shift)

  • Media tests for diversity and representation

    • BECHDEL TEST - for representation of women - There are at least two women in the film who talk to each other about something other than a man.

    • DUVERNAY TEST - for diversity and racial representation - African-Americans and other minorities have fully realized lives rather than serve as scenery in white stories.

    • VITO RUSSO TEST - for LGBTQ+ representation - The film must contain an identifiably LGBTQ+ character who is not predominantly defined by their sexual orientation or gender identity. The character must be tied into the plot in such a way that their removal would have a significant effect. Meaning they are not there to simply provide colorful commentary, paint urban authenticity, or set up a punchline.

Theme Development: 

  • Pride

  • Prejudice

  • Gender roles

  • Power

What are we enjoying right now?

  • Alicia: She-Hulk (TV on Disney+), The Princess and the Scoundrel (Beth Revis)

  • Sarah: The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides (book), Better Call Saul (television)

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