- In what ways does Malory showcase the corruption of the wealthy? How does this connect with modern entertainment?
- Why does modern entertainment seem to be pulled between the "reality of human weakness" and the "fantasy of the hero who overcomes obvious monsters"?
- What direction should movies/book/tv shows go? Fantasy? Reality? Action? Why? What should they reveal about our society/our hopes/our fears?
Essay Topics (must also connect to a piece of literature written or produced in the last 500 years)
- "Seed the wind and reap the whirlwind" is an ancient proverb—how does Arthur's story illustrate this message?
- "May you get your heart's desire" is an ancient curse—how do Arthur, Lancelot, Guinivere, Morgan, and/or Mordred illustrate this message?
- Who did Malory see as monsters? How is that shown in his version of King Arthur's Legend?
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