https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2 What thematic elements and storytelling techniques does Robert Kirkman utilize in "The Walking Dead" comic book series to explore the human condition in the context of a post-apocalyptic zombie world, and how do these differ from other works in the horror or post-apocalyptic genres from the last 10-20 years? en-us 2023-05-08 12:34:49 UTC 2026-01-31 05:10:33 UTC hello@padlet.com wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2581984693 2023-05-08 12:41:10 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2581984693 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2581987347 2023-05-08 12:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2581987347 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2581987880 2023-05-08 12:43:45 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2581987880 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2581989073 2023-05-08 12:44:40 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2581989073 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2581995468 Manga from classic horror artist Junji Ito. Horror at its most refined, creating a monster from a dormant fear or anxiety. Uzumaki and Junji Ito's work in general capitalizes on the fears of the reader creating horrifying images and ideas.]]> 2023-05-08 12:49:36 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2581995468 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583853350 Kirkman podcast appearance where he states his original idea for the ending. The initial much more bleak ending shows Kirkman's outlook early on in his writing when compared with where he actually left things off by the end.]]> 2023-05-09 13:49:36 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583853350 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583860315 Brought up a lot of interesting points about the core themes and messages of the series. Written after series was completed so it also brought up the benefits of being able to view the entire series written over the course of years.]]> 2023-05-09 13:53:46 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583860315 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583869066 Some much needed context about the origins of the zombie creatures, showing how they have always been used as reflections of a greater fear. Also brings up the shift from the cultural outlook of the 1990's-2000's.]]> 2023-05-09 13:59:01 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583869066 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583872080 2004 comedy by Edgar Wright. Another example of a film released in the middle of the 2000's zombie mania. Features a message about growing up and consumerism. Compares people living their repetitive and consumerist lives to undead zombies bringing to the surface how the trend reflects real world fears.]]> 2023-05-09 14:00:49 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583872080 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583872763 2002 Indie film considered by many to be the start of the 2000's zombie media phenomenon. Supplies some clear commentary relevant to a post 9/11 world comparing it's virus to rage and fear itself.]]> 2023-05-09 14:01:14 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583872763 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583876829 Left 4 Dead is a 2008 hit video game. Mainly added as an example from other media but has some small comparisons between the mindless killing of the player character to the actions of the zombies creating a very interesting link between it and The Walking Dead.]]> 2023-05-09 14:03:31 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583876829 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583879475 Makes the comparison between the publics obsession with apocalyptic media right after the national tragedy of 9/11. Makes some interesting points about the relative stability in the U.S before the attack compared to the fear created after. Brings up the fear people felt about societal collapse and tied in very well with the ideas present in 28 Days Later. Really illuminated the idea of the fear virus for me. ]]> 2023-05-09 14:05:01 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583879475 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583883083 2023-05-09 14:07:09 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2583883083 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2587392891 A 90's observational comedy about the workplace. Office Space is a perfect reflection of the overall cultural outlook the U.S had during the decade. Shows the stability and boredom the era brought to many and how annoyed by superficial problems the world once was.]]> 2023-05-11 15:29:19 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2587392891 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2587434579 2023-05-11 15:58:01 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2587434579 wdorsey20231 https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2593273545 More context about maslowes hierarchy of needs. Reading this gave me the idea for my argument about each villain lacking some essential piece for the pyramaid. Essential piece of evidence for my argument about the human condition portion of the question.]]> 2023-05-16 15:18:46 UTC https://padlet.com/wdorsey20231/xqulsghefmyitbp2/wish/2593273545