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In this discussion, we delve into two significant literary concepts: satire and the anti-hero. Satire serves as a powerful tool that critiques human vice and folly through irony, ridicule, and sarcasm, with modern examples found in shows like "The Colbert Report," "Key and Peele," and "South Park." Meanwhile, the anti-hero, a character often positioned against the protagonist, adds depth and tension to stories. Iconic anti-heroes such as the Joker and Darth Vader demonstrate how these characters enhance narrative complexity and engagement.
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By: Jake Karek Literary Terms
Words I’ll be discussing • Satire • Anti-Hero
Satire • A literary work in which human vice or folly is attacked through irony, ridicule, or sarcasm. • Syn: Parody, Irony, Wit, etc.
In Pop-Culture • The Colbert Report • Key and Peele • Saturday Night Live • Family Guy • South Park
Anti-Hero • A character in a story that is commonly the enemy of the protagonist. • Syn: Antagonist, Criminal.
Importance of an Anti-Hero • There is an anti-hero in just about every story. • An anti-hero is what keeps the story interesting. It adds the climax factor.
Examples of an Anti-Hero • The Joker • Darth Vader
