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Literal narration of stories adopted from various angles makes literature interesting in its core value of themes, traits, and scenes. The film adapted from the ‘A Once Crowded Sky’ novel by Tom King that described a hero and legend who in the eyes of many had his flaws and failures. The novel written in one of the most interesting literal styles derives its meaning from the storyline of legendary life that is well depicted through Ultimate in his actions of bravery and strength to save lives. The film adapted from the novel brings a small twist in the life and legendary acts of the hero Ultimate who in this case in is in a mission to save lives. Within the film, a different but yet similar hero is seen as also described in the novel who by al means outlives his critics to become a legend and hero. The true definition of a hero is brought out through the novel and the film that derive a fascinating story of a legend who sought to fight a battle of bravery.
The narration about Ultimate in both the film and the novel strikes a huge difference in presentation and actions. The hero is first presented as a legend who overcomes his fears by living in his present and future moments (Burke 7). One of the binding elements that define the legend is that he is perceived as a person who by his virtual and beliefs is able to accomplish anything. The definition of the legend in the film takes a twist when he is confronted by a situation that demands self-loss of both personality and belief. The character presentation in the various genres about Ultimate varies and navigates through key aspects of narration and visual presentation (Kinsella et al., 12). It is true to say that the legend retains his virtual, strength, heroic portrait, as well as the dominant trait of bravery that makes his name relevant through the various genres.
The presentation of Ultimate holds a vital aspect of legendary view as it holds good sentimental elements that crate the hero from scratch to the dominant person he is presented to be. In the novel, the author creates a character who is unique, clever, and brave to take on the title of a hero (Burke 17). Within the film, the same traits are upheld only at this time there is a degree of creativity and visualizations. One of the ways to define Ultimate in the film is that he is full of vigor and always seeking to straighten the paths that hold people captive. He goes beyond his character to assume a dominant figure who seeks to break the chains of fear that had glued people to their past. It is through the actions shown by Ultimate that the true meaning of the legend in the film is revealed (Tapaswi et al., 13). Compared to the film, Ultimate is also an epidemy of history in the novel as he carries what links the past failures to the future. However, the novel allows the audience to see a different figure who is bold and intellectual and always seeking to twist the past into a brighter future through his imagination and actions.
Within this novel, the legend assumes many roles, traits, and feelings that are all aimed at making him accomplish his goals. One of the underlying and defining elements of Ultimate in both the novel and the film is that he acts with bravery and this makes him a legend who fights fear by confronting that which he and the people fear the most in the society (Kinsella et al., 8). Many perceive his actions as a means to earn unworthy praise but there are those who see him as their hero in a time of need. In the same respect, the film a s key genre in presenting Ultimate derives its creation from the actions of Ultimate that portray a person who is full of energy and strength. In the same respect, the novel creates a legend who through his bravery overcomes anything and all obstacles that had for ages impended life in the society (Tapaswi et al., 10). Through the way the hero is described in the novel, the audience is able to learn the various traits and virtual that form this strong figure. In the same way, the various aspects of the hero are brought out within the aspect of derived energy and positivity.
One of the underlying facts about Ultimate in both the film and the novel is that the figure compels and carries a considerable amount of respect and praise. Seen as the legend foretold in the legendary stories, the people praise and honor him even for the much that he had achieved. The narration given within the novel brings a new twist into what and how the legend is presented that makes his story worth revealing (Burke 4). The film does not dwell much in the past life of the legend but rather presents his present life as a hero. The actions shown by Ultimate within the film and the novel are mode centered on the key acts of bravery which even goes beyond the true definition of a hero. While it is not so certain about Ultimate’s intention in the beginning, his actions going forward reveal that he means well for the people (Kinsella et al., 5). The description given affirms that a legend has many flaws and always acts on what his mind beliefs.
As seen in the film, Ultimate lives in the present and always seeking to outdo his flaws that come in many forms. Still in the same manner, Ultimate derives what he perceives as life of happiness that many beliefs that he acted in this manner to hide his pains (Tapaswi et al., 8). While it is true that the legend is constantly seeking reunion with his past glorious life, he keeps his failures a secret when pursuing his glory and victory. The film thus connects Ultimate’s life to what the society believed in building a hero who would overcome and outlive the failures and fears that overshadowed his past (Burke 11). Within the same values, Ultimate is presented as a hero who in his own capacity acted with humanity and compassion that was derived from what many saw as a hidden trait. Many would not expect a legend who was in pursuit of his glory and heroism to act in a manner that would show humanity as Ultimate did in the film. He is described a s a sobber, strong, and positive minded legend who builds his life around the value of moving to the top in the heroism ladder.
There are also similarities in the way the legend is described in the various genres. The common story behind Ultimate is that he is a hero who is rooted within his strong belief that he can overcome anything (Kinsella et al., 6). There is similarity in themes, traits, and description of Ultimate that define what the legend in his true colors. The audience is able to see a different figure who is rooted in the value for life and lives within his means to show concern to derive the right path of heroism. In one of the most fascinating ways, the legend is depicted as a figure who is dominated by love but still fiercely fighting to outshine his flaws (Burke 9). Through such a description the, novel, film, and comic attains an incredible narration of a true hero and legend who outlived his flaws and mistakes.
Conclusion
Various genres and film adaptations are some of the best ways to depict and narrate the life of a legend. In many occasions, heroes are depicted as person who overcame their flaws and lived a life of seeking glory within what many would term as weaknesses. Ultimate in the film and the novel is brought out as a legend who lived through a dark past and pursues to outlive his fears in all ways possible. In an account of perceived flaw, Ultimate seeks to rewrite his past by taking up risky mission and this proves that he is a true legend for his people. The depiction of the legend in the film is particularly fascinating and carries some interesting sentimental elements that define many heroes and legends. To add more on this, the hero who lives through bravery and some flaws does not focus on his past rather keeps his eyes on accomplishing the many demands that surround his life. In a more concerted view, the narration of Ultimate keeps getting sweeter as the audience is able to appreciate the key traits that define his journey into becoming a society hero and legend.
Work Cited
Burke, Liam. The Comic Book Film Adaptation: Exploring Modern Hollywood’s Leading Genre. Univ. Press of Mississippi, 2015.
Kinsella, Elaine L., Timothy D. Ritchie, and Eric R. Igou. “Zeroing in on heroes: a prototype analysis of hero features.” Journal of personality and social psychology 108.1 (2015): 114.
Tapaswi, Makarand, Martin Bauml, and Rainer Stiefelhagen. “Book2movie: Aligning video scenes with book chapters.” Proceedings of the IEEE Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition. 2015.
