Examples Of Ethnocentrism In King Kong

King Kong, one of the most iconically labeled monster since his first appearance in the early 20th century. Continuing with the series of films, Kong: Skull Island features the colossal ape ruler of his own island previously hidden away from the public eye until now. What was assigned as a geographic exploration project turned ary. The group had been tricked into the leaders plan thinking they were on the island for scientific purposes, however instead they were assembled as bait to serve as proof to the rest of the world that monsters exist, that is if they survive. The group is separated both mentally and physically as they fight the monsters of Skull Island hoping to return home. I chose this movie as I realized it's defining ethnocentrism

Ethnocentrism exists with both the military and scientific sides of the group side see Kong as a killing machine out to harm any creature to whom he comes face to face. They dropped seismic charges, “bombs” around the island to map out the island's surface. In doing so Kong is furious and views the group as a threat destroying all their vehicles along with half of the group. Separated the group devises two different goals, the military led by the self centered general is out for revenge intent of taking down Kong, the other is solely focused on staying out of harm's way and reaching the pickup point. Both groups have ignorantly labeled Kong as a monster presuming their being on his island as their right unaware of the culture values/beliefs that

Not only was there action, but through critical thinking I was able to discern the effective messages regarding its social relevance. King Kong is a character found universally throughout the media, and by implementing a powerful message within one of his films may have a large social aspect due to it being a popular series. To me the differences in the characters stuck out to me the most as seeing the general go to such violent lengths to seek his revenge regardless of the other character’s opposition with everyone's lives a stake. Ethnocentrism is a large topic in today's society as many see how much of an impact it could have if it was found everywhere. In the news we see groups organized to fight racial discrimination, people protesting to save what's left of lost cultures, and schools integrating measure to be accepting of people from all walks of life. Multiculturalism is something many strive for, however it is unlikely that it can be found everywhere due to there being so many cultures existing amongst each other. Still the efforts made will have an impact on society. King Kong will be an icon that continues on through history, and by using his social status to convey such a powerful message was a bold move with what I believe to have been a