Dystopian Qualities
Define dystopian
A futuristic, imagined universe in which oppressive societal control and the illusion of a perfect society are maintained through different types of control.
Identify THREE examples of a Dystopian Society
Propaganda is used to control the citizens of society.
Information, independent thought, and freedom are restricted
A figurehead or concept is worshipped by the citizens of the society.
Citizens are perceived to be under constant surveillance.
Citizens have a fear of the outside world.
Citizens live in a dehumanized state.
The natural world is banished and distrusted
Citizens conform to uniform expectations.
Individuality and dissent are bad
The society is an illusion of a perfect utopian world.
Corporate, Bureaucratic, Technological, and Philosophical
What are the qualities of a Dystopian Protagonist?
Often feels trapped and is struggling to escape
Questions the existing social and political systems.
Believes or feels that something is terribly wrong with the society in which he or she lives
Helps the audience recognizes the negative aspects of the dystopian world through his or her perspective.