ANTZ Essay
Plato and Z represent the same idea but in different ways. The movie ANTZ and Plato's Utopia have many striking yet relatable similarities. I've found that in both, the Military assumes the dictatorial role, while the workers are there to take their commands. But, often within the hierarchy there are rebellious (antz) people who feel that they are being mistreated and yearn to live in a land where free will is always convenient, like, Plato's Republic/ Utopia and ANTZ's Insectopia.
The Military defend us, but is it always for the better? In the movie and the article the military represent a dangerous force. In some cases they take advantage of their power and put it to sinful use, as in ANTZ where General Mandible uses his power to destroy and take over the colony. The Workers also symbolize the same relative idea in the reading and video. In both, the workers are the slaves who do the dirty work for the military and any higher officials. But, the difference in the......
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