4 Dilemmas in The Dark Knight Rises
1. Self or Shadows of the Past
Scene: Mr. Wayne locking himself in his room.
1. Self or Shadows of the Past
Scene: Mr. Wayne locking himself in his room.
Turning
Point: He was moved by the cat woman through her skills. This led him
to follow her for she has always stollen something from him.
Discussion:
Mr. Wayne got attached with the outside world again. This moved him to feel hat the Dark Knight is needed.
For such a time, he locked himself in his self-constrained world. This was caused by the unpleasant shadows of the past, continuously following and dragging him down. This led him to believe that nothing is in-store for him outside his self-made world. The shadows that had eaten him up allowed him to grow weaker and living in defeat. But the moment he stood up and lived his purpose, the dark knight started to arise. The shadows has now become his ally and strength.
For such a time, he locked himself in his self-constrained world. This was caused by the unpleasant shadows of the past, continuously following and dragging him down. This led him to believe that nothing is in-store for him outside his self-made world. The shadows that had eaten him up allowed him to grow weaker and living in defeat. But the moment he stood up and lived his purpose, the dark knight started to arise. The shadows has now become his ally and strength.
Conclusion:
The shadows of
the past should not manipulate and control one's self. This leads to
having a limited view of the world. The shadows of the past should be
an additional strength for it is experience that molds one person to be
the best s/he could be.
2. Self or Resurgence from the Grave
Scene: Alfred left Mr. Wayne for the Dark Knight will be rising.
2. Self or Resurgence from the Grave
Scene: Alfred left Mr. Wayne for the Dark Knight will be rising.
Turning Point: Alfred had regret his decision when the Dark Knight had fallen.
Discussion:
It was hard for Alfred to support Mr. Wayne for he had put to the grave
the idea of resurging the Dark Knight. Mr. Wayne was at his peak of
doing something to change the situation of the world. On the other
hand, the pain created by the Dark Knight reached the neck of Alfred.
He is continuously hurt as he sees his beloved master in pain. Later
on, when the Dark Knight had fallen, he regretted his decision of not
supporting his master until the end.
Conclusion:
One should not be
afraid to bring something out from the grave. It may be able to
contribute in creating an impact in one's current situation. Likewise,
if it would be dreadful for the future, one must be prepared for it.
3. Self or Make a Spark
3. Self or Make a Spark
Scene: The Dark Knight gave the cat woman a task which will help save the people of Gotham City.
Turning Point: The cat woman realized her presence was needed for the mission to succeed.
Discussion:
The cat woman did not have a good start in her life. This led her to do
foolish things which caused her to have a bad record in Gotham City.
On the other hand, the Dark Knight believed in what she could do for
the city. Eventually, she believed in herself that she could start a
revolution and redeem the city from its down fall.
Conclusion:
Everyone has the potential to create a spark in this generation. They
only need someone to believe in them so that they could believe in
themselves.
4. Self or Dare to Move
4. Self or Dare to Move
Scene: The Dark Knight carried the nuclear bomb away from Gotham City.
Turning
Point: He realized that he has not given his everything for the people
of Gotham. His duty as the Dark Knight is not yet over.
Discussion:
The Dark Knight recovered his strength and passion from his agony in
the cave. He was more focused and composed in his comeback. The
weakness he had before had now become his strength in his battle with
Payne.
Though he was condemned by the people, he still dared to save the people from their destruction. Though the people blamed for the death of their beloved mayor, he still risked his life for others. He unselfishly offered his service for the city even when they would not know who is the man behind batman.
Though he was condemned by the people, he still dared to save the people from their destruction. Though the people blamed for the death of their beloved mayor, he still risked his life for others. He unselfishly offered his service for the city even when they would not know who is the man behind batman.
Conclusion:
Sacrificing for others is better than saving oneself. It is not important if they would recognize one's effort, but the fulfillment of serving other over and beyond duty is one of the most satisfying feeling one could ever ask for.
