Prison break

prison break

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Presentation Prison Break

INDEX

Plot and setting

Favourite Characters

Introduction

Production and Reception

Director and cast

My opinion

What would I change?

Themes and motifs

Bibliography

Introduction

The show follows the story of Michael Scofield, a man who intentionally gets himself incarcerated at Fox River State Penitentiary to break out his brother, Lincoln Burrows, who has been wrongly accused of a crime and sentenced to death.

Plot

To carry out his plan, Michael intentionally gets himself incarcerated in the same prison as his brother. There, he befriends several inmates who become part of his escape plan, including the enigmatic T-Bag, the streetwise Sucre, and the lovable Haywire.

As the series progresses, the brothers must evade the authorities and uncover a larger conspiracy involving a powerful organization known as "The Company." Along the way, they receive help from prison doctor Sara Tancredi.

My favourite characters

MICHAEL SCOFIELd

ALEX MAHONE

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Production and Reception

Prison Break is a TV show that was mainly filmed in Chicago, with some scenes shot in Dallas and Joliet. The crew used real prison locations to give the show an authentic feel.

The show was well-received and had high ratings throughout its five-season run, earning award nominations and winning the People's Choice Award for Favorite New TV Drama in 2006.

It remains popular today, with new fans discovering it on streaming platforms like Netflix. The show is known for its intense action, complex plotlines, and memorable characters.

I would change...

One thing that could be changed about Prison Break is the representation of certain characters and groups. For example, some critics have pointed out that the show relies on negative stereotypes of certain ethnic groups, such as portraying Arab characters as terrorists or Hispanic characters as gang members

Themes and motifs

Redemption is one of the themes explored in the show, for example, T-Bag, a violent and manipulative inmate, shows moments of redemption throughout the series as he tries to help the brothers in their escape.

There are several recurring motifs in the show, including:

Michael's intricate tattoos, which serve both as a map of the prison and a reminder of his past and motivations. Birds, particularly the origami crane, also feature prominently in the show as a symbol of hope, freedom, and escape

Director and cast

The show was created by Paul Scheuring and produced by 20th Century Fox Television. It starred Wentworth Miller, Dominic Purcell, Sarah Wayne Callies, and a talented ensemble cast. The actors brought their characters to life with convincing performances, and the direction of the show was praised for its suspenseful pacing and attention to detail.

My opinion

The complex and intricate plotlines to the brilliantly crafted characters, this show has everything a viewer could want in a drama series. The themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and redemption are expertly explored throughout the show, and the relationships between the characters are constantly evolving and surprising

I particularly appreciate the use of real prison locations and the attention to detail in the set design, which adds to the realism and intensity of the show

Bibliography

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