Read the East Fifth Bliss, and watch the movie of that, and think about these questions:
What are the ways that Place functions almost as a character in Douglas Light\’s novel and film? Talk about the differences between the book and film: specifically the differences dealing with place. In considering place, think about the following questions: How does Bliss Morris relate to his place? How does it become part of him? Why must he escape it? What is the role of escape in this story? Is place or escape emphasized more in the book or the movie? What about the best friend, N.J? How is he bound to his places? How does his relationship with places influence Morris\’ relationship with place?