Karl Marx, the German philosopher, once said, "History repeats itself, first as tragedy, then as farce." To me, this quote clearly describes the overall relationship between Blackfish and Antigone. This analogy begins with Antigone, written about an oppressed woman against the fists of tyranny. Early in history, women's rights were often taboo in some places, and democracy was only recently established. However, Antigone went against the norm by focusing on a heroine who challenged male authority and nobility, thus making her revolutionary. Now, an incredibly enlightening documentary, Blackfish, has been produced about a “corporate despot” who values ​​money more than life and recognition more than morality. This story tells the story of the life of a killer whale named Tilikum, recounting his crude behavior caused by harsh captivity. While both Blackfish and Antigone evoked feelings of grief and pity in me, each did so in separate ways, which is embodied by their differences in their use of historical context, their impact on society, and their emotional toll on me. In truth, Antigone aroused fewer feelings. strong feelings in me, but I still hit on several important ideas, influencing many other people as well. Keep in mind that Antigone was written over 2000 years ago, so it undoubtedly has a less direct effect on us, which is why it is less impactful. I occasionally compared it to a history book, something based on a real historical event, as some parts bored me. However, Antigone crafted all of this with pure drama and intrigue that made me reflect on the difficult times people have faced in the past: wars, slavery, rules - even family issues - that rocked different eras. However, Antigone was never fully acclaimed in Athens, and on...... middle of paper ......and they, which include differences in how they used their historical setting, their impact on society, and their emotional effect. about me. Antigone and Blackfish both achieved their goals in a way, and while both stories had an effect on me, Blackfish was more compelling. The stories almost mirror each other and share the same qualities, which is why they are so related. In fact, the author, F. Scott Fitzgerald, once said, “Show me a hero and I will write you a tragedy.” Both Antigone and Tilikum were heroes, and that's important, but what really completes the play and its impact are the elements it has. Emphasizing certain elements in dramatic texts like Blackfish and Antigone, they have the power to change people, change communities, and change the world. Antigone and Blackfish both did this, albeit with some small, profound differences.