Humanity Behind The Berlin Wall And A Serious Joke
The situations faced by Marketa in The Joke and Wiesler in Lives of Others are similar in some relevant details. However, some other relevant details are not similar, which leads to the different reactions and behaviors of Marketa and Wiesler.
To analyze these reactions and behaviors, relevant details need to be identified. I believe that when making decisions, people are normally influenced by the social context, their personal situation and their own personal identity. Regarding these factors, Marketa and Wiesler are in very similar social contexts, but have different personal situations and identities.
In the two stories, both Marketa and Wiesler are under the influence of a strong communist regime.
In such a system, people not only have been brainwashed, and thus have the same beliefs and values, but also are under great social and peer pressure. My understanding is that Marketa and Wiesler both believe strongly in communism, are loyal to their country and their......
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