Heroes Character Analysis
Who is Nicole Renard?
Nicole Renard is an innocent young girl who is not only Francis’ first and only love but also the victim of Larry LaSalle.
Can I critically respond to the text, ‘Heroes’? (AO1) I must generally refer to relevant aspects of Heroes I should discuss thoroughly and increasingly thoughtfully characters/relationships I could consider and suggest experimental ideas and judgements;
Quotation
‘That would be nice.’
Means?
When she agrees to go to the cinema with Francis she transforms him. She offers him attention and affection that he has lack in his life so far. She enjoys his company and teases him playfully because he is so shy.
‘Stay close to me.’ ‘Why didn’t you do something?’
These words on the night of the civic reception indicate that she is… In the aftermath of the assault Nicole becomes ……… She feels betrayed by Francis and has contempt for his …….
‘Why did you come here today?’
These words perhaps indicate …….
Examiner’s tip: writing about Nicole
Nicole is flattered by the attentions of Larry. How do we know this? How does she show she enjoys her friendship with Francis? How is her relationship with Francis emotionally different to her relationship with Larry? Francis sees her as a fantasy figure; Larry sees her in a very different way. What is the effect?
Can I critically respond to the text, ‘Heroes’? (AO1) I must generally refer to relevant aspects of Heroes I should discuss thoroughly and increasingly thoughtfully characters/relationships I could consider and suggest experimental ideas and judgements;
Who is Larry LaSalle?
Larry is a mysterious youth worker who has the ability to find and develop the talents of young people; however, beneath the surface there lies a dark and unpleasant side.
Can I critically respond to the text, ‘Heroes’? (AO1) I must generally refer to relevant aspects of Heroes I should discuss thoroughly and increasingly thoughtfully characters/relationships I could consider and suggest experimental ideas
Nicole Renard is an innocent young girl who is not only Francis’ first and only love but also the victim of Larry LaSalle.
Can I critically respond to the text, ‘Heroes’? (AO1) I must generally refer to relevant aspects of Heroes I should discuss thoroughly and increasingly thoughtfully characters/relationships I could consider and suggest experimental ideas and judgements;
Quotation
‘That would be nice.’
Means?
When she agrees to go to the cinema with Francis she transforms him. She offers him attention and affection that he has lack in his life so far. She enjoys his company and teases him playfully because he is so shy.
‘Stay close to me.’ ‘Why didn’t you do something?’
These words on the night of the civic reception indicate that she is… In the aftermath of the assault Nicole becomes ……… She feels betrayed by Francis and has contempt for his …….
‘Why did you come here today?’
These words perhaps indicate …….
Examiner’s tip: writing about Nicole
Nicole is flattered by the attentions of Larry. How do we know this? How does she show she enjoys her friendship with Francis? How is her relationship with Francis emotionally different to her relationship with Larry? Francis sees her as a fantasy figure; Larry sees her in a very different way. What is the effect?
Can I critically respond to the text, ‘Heroes’? (AO1) I must generally refer to relevant aspects of Heroes I should discuss thoroughly and increasingly thoughtfully characters/relationships I could consider and suggest experimental ideas and judgements;
Who is Larry LaSalle?
Larry is a mysterious youth worker who has the ability to find and develop the talents of young people; however, beneath the surface there lies a dark and unpleasant side.
Can I critically respond to the text, ‘Heroes’? (AO1) I must generally refer to relevant aspects of Heroes I should discuss thoroughly and increasingly thoughtfully characters/relationships I could consider and suggest experimental ideas