Harrison Bergeron

"Harrison Bergeron" by Kurt Vonnegut The short story by Vonnegut, “Harrison Bergeron,” was adapted to the screen recently. This essay primarily refers to the film version of the story, as the film provides richer detail and depth than Vonnegut’s short story. This film portrays numerous negative facets of human psychology linked with themes that portray a bleak future for the human species. These themes negate the importance of individuality, the need for knowledge of …

…interpreted as an evolutionary ladder, it is conceivable that the boys’ presence upstairs puts them on a higher hypothetical rung than Philippa, who still wears her headband. While Harrison’s existence may seem to have been in vain, he does change the future. The themes and symbolism in this work of modern art by Kurt Vonnegut illustrate to modern society the importance of individuality and the danger of conforming to a preconceived norm. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**