1st Update for October. Chapters 4-12 (36 pages)

 The Day of the Locust

For this second update, the first from October, chapters 4-12 will be analyzed to describe Tod Hackett. However, he's a narrator for most of these chapters. 

                                                                                    
                                           A scene from the 1975's movie "The day of The Locust"

 Tod Hackett's character is surprisingly confusing, along with these chapters, taking into account that he is the main character. At one point in the novel, our Tod thinks about buying the right to sleep with Faye, yet he affirms that he would prefer to win this on his terms. These traits might expose his moral issues in perspective or could lead to the reader's appreciation of his person. As the story develops, we observe that Tod does not have a meaningful relationship with any of the characters in Hollywood, and thus he is only seeking benefits for his painting work. Furthermore, his lack of real friendships difficult the process of getting to know our main character, Tod Hackett. Also, this factor hinders a precise observation of him.


During the eight chapters, from 4th to 12th, Tod Hackett's is mostly absent and, he narrates the story without being involved in the plot to a significant level. For this reason, we can only focus on these traits that were present throughout these chapters.  Therefore, it is compelling to stay tuned to see how the story advances and, consequently, Tod's development.

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