The Quest
Frankenstein:
Walton:
Walton's primary quest is to reach the north poll, going where man has not gone before and coming back to gain the fame that accompanies it. Secondarily, Walton is lonely and in search of a true friend he can confide in. However, once Frankenstein come aboard and tells the story of his life, Walton is enlightened and gains wisdom. Also, Walton struggled with the trials of an explorer and has a tired crew throughout his adventure. The crew was constantly complaining and wishing to return home. Once Walton's quest is assumed complete at the end of the novel, we assume he returns home with his crew.
Dr. Frankenstein:
Victor's quest is to prove the validity of the old alchemists in which he first studied, and in doing this reanimating a body composed of humans parts. After the creation of the monster, Victor then shifts his quest to destroying his creation, as he realizes how detrimental this creation was to society and to himself. He, throughout this experience, gained a large amount of knowledge regrading the dangers of his passion and all the problems it caused. This relates closely to the theme of the whole novel.
The Creature:
The creature's whole quest after his creation was to become more aware of life and become more human. Once he was rejected by the cottagers, his quest became one of hatred and revenge. He wanted his creator, Victor, to suffer, just like he, himself, did. This quest makes the creature seem like the true antagonist, while arguably, it falls back on the nature of Victor and his own conflict. The creature simply wanted to learn about life and be like everyone else, but his "mean" demeanor is what caused him so much trouble. Regardless, the Creature struggled mightily in his quest and it proved imperative for the novel's overarching ideas.
Walton's primary quest is to reach the north poll, going where man has not gone before and coming back to gain the fame that accompanies it. Secondarily, Walton is lonely and in search of a true friend he can confide in. However, once Frankenstein come aboard and tells the story of his life, Walton is enlightened and gains wisdom. Also, Walton struggled with the trials of an explorer and has a tired crew throughout his adventure. The crew was constantly complaining and wishing to return home. Once Walton's quest is assumed complete at the end of the novel, we assume he returns home with his crew.
Dr. Frankenstein:
Victor's quest is to prove the validity of the old alchemists in which he first studied, and in doing this reanimating a body composed of humans parts. After the creation of the monster, Victor then shifts his quest to destroying his creation, as he realizes how detrimental this creation was to society and to himself. He, throughout this experience, gained a large amount of knowledge regrading the dangers of his passion and all the problems it caused. This relates closely to the theme of the whole novel.
The Creature:
The creature's whole quest after his creation was to become more aware of life and become more human. Once he was rejected by the cottagers, his quest became one of hatred and revenge. He wanted his creator, Victor, to suffer, just like he, himself, did. This quest makes the creature seem like the true antagonist, while arguably, it falls back on the nature of Victor and his own conflict. The creature simply wanted to learn about life and be like everyone else, but his "mean" demeanor is what caused him so much trouble. Regardless, the Creature struggled mightily in his quest and it proved imperative for the novel's overarching ideas.
Jurassic Park:
Dr. Grant:
Dr Grants initial quest is to provide "professional advice and clearance" to Dr. Hammond's park and in return receive funding for the next 3 years for his excavations from Dr. Hammond. After the incident with the T-Rex, Dr. Grant's new quest is to make it back alive to the others with the kids and find a way off the island. However, it seems that the hidden reason he adventured to Jurassic Park was because he wanted to learn and experience the park. He finds himself struggling to protect himself and the kids he once hated from the dangers of Hammond's creation. His quest creates these main eyes for the audience to see through.
Dr. Hammond:
Dr. Hammond's quest falls back on the idea of creating new life for his own selfish gain. Hammond wishes to recreate dinosaurs for his own passion, profit, and fame. While this quest and his passion seems very feasible and beneficial, it proves to be dangerous and terrible for the park in the long run. He goes through many trials with protecting his grandchildren, his peers, and his whole park. Many lives were lost and plenty of destruction occurred due to his selfish and blind ambition. Despite all of this, Hammond proves to be an essential character in the movie due to his passion and everything he wished to create.
Dr Grants initial quest is to provide "professional advice and clearance" to Dr. Hammond's park and in return receive funding for the next 3 years for his excavations from Dr. Hammond. After the incident with the T-Rex, Dr. Grant's new quest is to make it back alive to the others with the kids and find a way off the island. However, it seems that the hidden reason he adventured to Jurassic Park was because he wanted to learn and experience the park. He finds himself struggling to protect himself and the kids he once hated from the dangers of Hammond's creation. His quest creates these main eyes for the audience to see through.
Dr. Hammond:
Dr. Hammond's quest falls back on the idea of creating new life for his own selfish gain. Hammond wishes to recreate dinosaurs for his own passion, profit, and fame. While this quest and his passion seems very feasible and beneficial, it proves to be dangerous and terrible for the park in the long run. He goes through many trials with protecting his grandchildren, his peers, and his whole park. Many lives were lost and plenty of destruction occurred due to his selfish and blind ambition. Despite all of this, Hammond proves to be an essential character in the movie due to his passion and everything he wished to create.