1. What is a theme that “Harrison Bergeron” and 2081 share, and how is Vonnegut’s approach to the theme different from that of the film?
2. Vonnegut’s “Harrison Bergeron” and 2081 present different versions of their main character’s age, appearance, and final speech. What other differences do you notice between the story and the film? Why do you think the filmmakers made those changes? How do you think they change the effect of Harrison’s story?
2. Vonnegut’s “Harrison Bergeron” and 2081 present different versions of their main character’s age, appearance, and final speech. What other differences do you notice between the story and the film? Why do you think the filmmakers made those changes? How do you think they change the effect of Harrison’s story?