" which for the novel is words reflecting the tragedy of Kurtz, and his transformation into an animal. ... If he didn't complete, then the Vietnam jungle would have conquered him. ... In "Apocalypse Now " Coppola is right on target when exploring the theme. The ultimate extreme of man's dark side, as explored in the novel and film, is madness. ... Kurtz was the victim to the jungle he was in.   ...

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"Heart of Darkness," by Joseph Conrad is a short novel published in 1899. ... Since "Apocalypse now" is a movie that is inspired from Joseph Conrad's novel, when comparing (both projects) it is evident that they share similarities in theme such as racism against the natives, the fear of the unknown, darkness, the nature of evil, and government. ... Racism and discrimination are major themes that are displayed throughout the movie and the book. ... In the novel, Marlow's description of the natives when he gets his first glance at them was horrifying. ... As for Marlow the f...

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