The novel, Passing by Nella Larsen, has many themes and dynamics that occur between its flawed characters. Although they are married, Irene and Brian don’t exactly operate with a sense of partnership. Who is Brian to Irene? What are their dynamics? The novel reveals Irene’s thoughts and perceptions of her husband through their dialogue. The… Continue reading ‘Passing’ On True Desires for False Security Draft 1
The novel Passing reveals that Brian was forced to be a doctor because of Irene. Brian reveals he doesn’t like sick people in the novel similarly to the way he revealed his dislike for the sick in the movie. “I hate sick people, and they’re stupid meddling families, as smelly, dirty rooms…” Brain expressed on… Continue reading Brian Vs. Irene: In Class Blog Passing (4/12)
In contrast to the movie, the novel shows more details of Brian and Irene’s back on fourth, especially on pages 159 – 160. I found it quite intriguing that Irene shared her feelings and affection of Clare with her husband Brian in a subtle way. “[…] Clare does add to any party. She’s so easy… Continue reading MY HOT TAKE ON THE FINALE OF PASSING
While reading Part One ‘Encounter’, in the novel Passing, it really emphasized a lot of things that I saw while watching the film. One thing in particular that stood out was that Clare is indeed the type of person who doesn’t mind taking risks. Her character is described this way even when Irene looks back… Continue reading Passing Part 1 Encounter Hot Take