Rising Notability of Post Apocalyptic Narratives in Topical Hollywood Movies

Abstract

Objective: The following research, mapping the survival elements with reference to the survive of the characters in the identified adapted films through the lens of the post-apocalyptic genre. Method: The researcher has identified 17 films that suit the criteria for selection and study. According to the Darwin’s theory, it provides new insight into the role of Hollywood films in dealing with catastrophes, Darwinian concepts of survival of the fittest and rebuilding of civilization. Evolved properties of human survival behavior are also focused. Result: The research offers scope for wide responses to the theme of survival. A large number of books and films analyses the issues of survival. The protagonists are intelligent and capable men and women with leadership qualities. Survival in different complex situations is explored and can provide scope for further study. Rolf Frohlich’s views on survival instinct as a product of evolution is relevant for further study. Conclusion: The paper concludes in the light of due analysis how the concept of survival of the fittest portrayed in multiple films can offer guidelines to follow in future pandemic outbreaks. A brief descriptive account of the portrayal in pandemic fiction and adapted films. Evolutionary perspective explaining the survival mechanism and the fight against pandemics depicted in Hollywood pandemic films.