Who Is Coriolanus A Hero

Cassius is a talented general, and does not like the fact that Caesar has become `god-like' in the Roman people's minds (see above quote Act I, Scene ii). Cassius can be seen as a

What makes a hero? Is it slaying a mighty monster? Saving a town? Hercules, son of zeus, may have done such things, but is he really one of the good guys? His twelve labours created by king Eurystheus may be seen as heroic acts, but in reality most were along the lines of stealing and murder. That leads to the question, is Hercules a hero or hitman?

Commodus' ambition begins after he kills his father Emperor Marcus Aurelius because he feels that his father did not love him enough and becomes the Emperor of Rome. Marcus says that Commodus "is not a moral man" and that "he cannot rule". Commodus is the Macbeth character in 'Gladiator' but is still not the main character. The main character in the film is Maximus who resembles Macduff in the film. While still being shown as a great fighter, Commodus is also shown in the film as a bit of a coward, after Maximus wins the war for Rome, Commodus shows up late to the victory celebrations acting as if he wasn’t even aware of a war even existing. Quickly after being crowned as Emperor of Rome, Commodus becomes disliked by the Senate and the people of Rome and seen as a pathetic leader. Commodus uses the ambition to be like his father to create barbaric fights in the Coliseum. "He'll bring them death and they will love him

One of the strengths of good theater is its ability to mirror the problems and conditions shaping its time. In The Merchant of Venice, William Shakespeare reflects two important aspects of Elizabethan society: the corrupting influence of prosperity and the increasingly vengeful nature of Venetian justice. To address the former issue, Shakespeare downplays the importance of wealth by associating its involvement in romance with superficial and insubstantial advantages. He characterizes prosperity as a deceiving agent, citing its ability to introduce shallowness into a relationship. Shakespeare reasons that genuine romance depends on sacrifice and emotion, not wealth. The problem with justice is equally striking. In the play, justice is

Shakespeare elaborated on this description in his play, The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, stating that “...Cassius ha[d] a lean and hungry look...such men are dangerous (qtd in Strauss).” Furthermore, Cassius was a military governor and former supporter of Pompey, a military and political leader of the late Roman Republic who contended with Caesar for the leadership of the Roman state—resulting in civil war. Cassius and Brutus fought for Pompey and the Republic—the catalyst to giving Cassius incentive in wanting Caesar dead. However, “in January 45 B.C, Cassius accepted Caesar as an old easy going master” (Strauss). In his early years, Cassius was influenced by both Pompey and Cicero, who held strong aversions towards Caesar. Furthermore, as a young man with a passion for war, he fought as lieutenant governor for Marcus Licinius Crassus. When Crassus was murdered, Cassius served as virtual governor of Roman Syria. Here, he won a victory over the Parthian army, and later invaded Judea, where he enslaved thousands of Jews (Goldsworthy). When civil war came in 48 B.C., Cassius fought against Caesar. However, around 47 B.C., Cassius defected to him (Strauss). Caesar was impressed by Cassius’ aggression, energy, and effectiveness, and appointed him as one of his generals along with his brother, Brutus (Kahn). With this position, Cassius worked closely with Caesar as well as

Patroclus: A Hero For my Hero essay I chose to write about Patroclus. Patroclus was friend of Achilles who went into battle to fight in place of Achilles. He had all the courage, he showed us how to do the things we might be afraid of but we know need to be done. He was faithful until the end, never backing down or giving up even when things were hard. Most importantly he died doing what he believed in, anyone who does that will be considered a hero.

Coriolanus was responsible for his own fate because he was too proud which made the people of Rome hate him. Sicinius remarked that Coriolanus was proud when Sicinius said, “Was ever man so proud as is this Martius?” (Shakespeare I.1.250) Also, Brutus and Sicinius commented that, “Brutus: He’s poor in no one fault, but stored with all. Sicinius: Especially in pride.” (Shakespeare II.1. 17-18) Another time in which Coriolanus displayed his pride is in Act II, Scene 3 when Coriolanus refused to show his battle wounds. Coriolanus felt that it would be degrading and humiliating to show his wounds, so he would not do it even though showing them would have made him consul and not showing them would have prevented him from becoming consul. Coriolanus’ pride was damaged when he was banished from Rome. Since his pride was hurt, Coriolanus wanted to get revenge on the Roman people, so he went to

In William Shakespeare’s play Julius Caesar, power tempts and corrupts Caesar’s closest friends to betray him and lose themselves in the process. Shakespeare was an English playwright during the renaissance period. Shakespeare wrote several plays throughout his lifetime in unrhymed iambic pentameter including one hundred and seventy four sonnets and thirty seven plays. One of Shakespeare’s most famous plays is Julius Caesar, which is a true story about a roman that because of his enormous power is murdered by his envious friends. Caesar is powerful but he does not abuse his power, he is even offered the crown, absolute power, and denies it. Cassius is an envious man who sees that Caesar is better than him, but he cannot take him out himself he plays a fine Italian hand and corrupts a man of integrity to consummate his foul plot. Brutus is a close friend of Caesar he loves him dearly, but Brutus is conflicted because he also loves Rome. Cassius plays on Brutus’s love of Rome and convinces him Caesar is bad for Rome. Cassius illustrates how much power Caesar has by “why, man he doth bestride the narrow world like a colossus, / and we petty men walk under his huge legs / and peep about to fine ourselves dishonorable graves” (I.2.136-139). Cassius says that Caesar is so powerful that he

“Rome is an idea for Coroiolanus, the idea of honor. [This] drives the only honorable man in Rome to treachery, to the betrayal of the state with whom not only his fortunes but also his values are inextricably associated. The process means the destruction of the man.“ (Rabkin 138) All of Shakespeare’s tragedies depict the protagonist’s rise and fall from glory and the consequences of his actions. In The Tragedy of Coriolanus by William Shakespeare, Caius Martius Coriolanus has one tragic flaw, he is too honorable and too just for Rome, which leads him to become arrogant and proud, not only on the battlefield of war, but on the political battlefield as well.

Ralph Fiennes, actor and director, portrays the fearsome Roman military hero who loathes those of lesser class than to him, protagonist Coriolanus. One of the most important scenes for the film “Coriolanus” is his banishment, done by the people he sought lesser of (plebeians). His sudden outburst to the banishment y the common people will be referred to as the ‘‘common cry of curs’ speech from the Shakespeare play, to the common people on power and honour. Specifically this scene, is after his banishment from the common people chanting in empowered “it shall be so” repetitions. The rhetorical devices which I have identified are; hyperboles and juxtaposition. Film techniques I will discuss are eye level angle shots, cut aways and close ups used

The idea of a hunt or competition within characters in both Coriolanus and The Most Dangerous Game can be seen as a source for jealousy and envy. Reputation is of great importance to all characters and it is a theme on which they rely on to gain respect and frighten their enemies. However, jealousy of characters reputation or status may begin to cause conflicts within other characters, Aufidius for example. This first started to prevail with his jealousy toward Coriolanus, for several successful victories over the Volscians. This remains when Coriolanus is exiled and approaches Aufidius to join forces with him after Coriolanus convinces him "That [his] revengeful services may prove / As benefits to thee" (Shakespeare 4.5.89-91). Aufidius quickly begins to have second thoughts about his alliance with his former adversary, as his soldiers have begun to show more

Throughout the article “Violent’st Complementarity: The Double Warriors of Coriolanus”, author Maurice Hunt describes how to a certain degree Aufidius and Coriolanus in Shakespeare’s play Coriolanus are not only alike through their differences, but also can be thought of as each other’s alter egos. Hunt describes how both characters decided to hate one another, as the reason to define not only a superior but also powerful self. In addition, he draws attention to how Aufidius and Coriolanus unite as one without knowing so through their differences, ultimately serving as the powerful connection amongst them. It is because both characters have engraved within them the traits of their bonding that they can merge so eloquently. Whatever reasons

As Sicinius remarks, "Being moved, he will not spare to gird the gods."(1.1.254) Coriolanus assumes that he deserves unrequited honor and consequently treats any and all who contradict his intentions with the utmost disrespect. He is relentless and debasing in interactions with the plebeians, treats them as if they are animals, and considers them unworthy of respect. "What's the matter, you dissentious rogues,/ That, rubbing the poor itch of your opinion,/ Make yourselves scabs?" (1.1.161-163) Nearly every word in this statement contributes to its abusiveness. He calls the people dissentious (though not in their opposition to him), rogues (although the plebeians are the one's being denied rations, rights, and respect), their opinions itches (because they irritate him) to be scratched, and culminates by calling them scabs! Attitude is learned, and Volumnia has been Coriolanus' most influential teacher. While she insists that he be diplomatic and even fake when necessary, Coriolanus shows that he cannot selectively curb his attitude.

Menenius say this to flatter the crowd; Coriolanus is very opposite to this, as he would never flatter any crowd. They say he isn’t patriotic (proud of his own country) instead he fights to please his mother. Martius is noble because of his position in society, and for that reason only! Whilst talking to a crowd Coriolanus referrers to them as ‘dissensions rouges and scabs.’ Coriolanus can sense the crowds hatred towards

I can relate to Coriolanus’ struggle to forge a title for himself. I feel as through the name that was given to me at birth is almost like a blank canvas. My birth name holds no identity in and of itself; Instead, it is the independent choices that I make for myself that will determine what my birth name will come to represent. Impulsivity in regard to decision making is a substandard habit that Coriolanus and I both share. Additionally, I can also relate to Coriolanus’ habits of indecisiveness because I do find difficulty in making decisions, even if the choice seems obvious. As a matter of fact, I empathize with Coriolanus’ fickleness when it comes to defining his sense of self. Specifically, it is hard to understand one’s own character development when society forces unrealistic principles into an individual’s psyche. I fully acknowledge that Coriolanus’ newly found desire to destroy Rome sounds extreme, yet I understand his reasoning. Coriolanus is an infamous warrior who never backs down from a fight, therefore it makes perfect sense that he would fight to make a name for himself. Under similar circumstances, I feel as though I would have reacted in the same manner. I admire the fact that Coriolanus makes his own decisions despite what other people are advising him to do. I also relate to Coriolanus in the fact that sometimes I feel pressured from outside forces, such as family and friends, to make certain choices in reference to my own life. Furthermore, my action plan