Schmoedipus Literary Elements

Schmoedipus Literary Elements

Genre

Drama

Language

English

Setting and Context

Elizabeth's house in suburban England.

Narrator and Point of View

There is no narrator, but we see events from the perspective of Glen and Elizabeth.

Tone and Mood

The tone is dark and disturbing.

Protagonist and Antagonist

Elizabeth is arguably the protagonist while Glen is the antagonist.

Major Conflict

The major conflict is the reunion between Glen and Elizabeth, after years spent apart.

Climax

The climax is when we find out Glen might be a figment of Elizabeth's imagination.

Foreshadowing

Glen foreshadows his identity with some strange references when he arrives at Elizabeth's house.

Understatement

Glen arguably understates the role of other people in his abandonment.

Allusions

Glen alludes to many children's nursery rhymes and stories, including "Hickory Dickory Dock."

Imagery

Dark imagery and lighting are used to reflect the dark subject matter.

Paradox

N/A

Parallelism

Parallels are drawn between Glen and Tom, who both haven't grown up in some ways.

Personification

N/A

Use of Dramatic Devices

Glen sometimes speaks directly to the camera, which breaks the fourth wall.

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