{"id":15189,"date":"2024-05-20T03:16:45","date_gmt":"2024-05-20T03:16:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/?page_id=15189"},"modified":"2024-05-20T03:51:15","modified_gmt":"2024-05-20T03:51:15","slug":"paths-glory","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/paths-glory\/","title":{"rendered":"Paths of Glory (1957)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brief_Intro\"><\/span>Brief Intro<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Paths of Glory,&#8221; directed by Stanley Kubrick in 1957, is a powerful anti-war film set during World War I. It follows Colonel Dax, played by Kirk Douglas, who defends three soldiers unjustly accused of cowardice. The film explores themes of injustice, the futility of war, and the corruption of power.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #d60466;color:#d60466\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #d60466;color:#d60466\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/paths-glory\/#Brief_Intro\" title=\"Brief Intro\">Brief Intro<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/paths-glory\/#Literary_Devices_Used_in_Paths_of_Glory\" title=\"Literary Devices Used in Paths of Glory\">Literary Devices Used in Paths of Glory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/paths-glory\/#Character_Analysis_Through_Literary_Devices\" title=\"Character Analysis Through Literary Devices\">Character Analysis Through Literary Devices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/paths-glory\/#Thematic_Analysis\" title=\"Thematic Analysis\">Thematic Analysis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/paths-glory\/#Cinematic_Techniques_That_Enhance_Literary_Devices\" title=\"Cinematic Techniques That Enhance Literary Devices\">Cinematic Techniques That Enhance Literary Devices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/paths-glory\/#Key_Scene_Analysis\" title=\"Key Scene Analysis\">Key Scene Analysis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/paths-glory\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Literary_Devices_Used_in_Paths_of_Glory\"><\/span>Literary Devices Used in Paths of Glory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In &#8220;Paths of Glory,&#8221; numerous literary devices enrich the <a href=\"\/movies\/narrative\/\">narrative<\/a> and underscore the film\u2019s themes. Here\u2019s a look at ten key devices used:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Symbolism<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Movie Scene<\/th><th>Device Example<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>The Ant Hill Assault<\/td><td>The Ant Hill symbolizes the futile nature of war, as soldiers are forced to charge an impossible target, reflecting the pointless sacrifice.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Courtroom<\/td><td>The courtroom represents the corrupt and biased nature of military justice, where the verdict is predetermined.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Irony<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Movie Scene<\/th><th>Device Example<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Execution of Soldiers<\/td><td>The soldiers are executed for cowardice despite their bravery in battle, highlighting the <a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">irony<\/a> of their punishment.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The General\u2019s Speech<\/td><td>General Mireau speaks of honor and duty while sending men to their deaths for his personal glory, showcasing dramatic <a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">irony<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Metaphor<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Movie Scene<\/th><th>Device Example<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>The Maze-Like Trenches<\/td><td>The trenches serve as a <a href=\"\/movies\/metaphor\/\">metaphor<\/a> for the entrapment and chaos of war.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Ant Hill<\/td><td>The name itself is a <a href=\"\/movies\/metaphor\/\">metaphor<\/a> for the dehumanizing view of soldiers as expendable workers.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Foreshadowing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Movie Scene<\/th><th>Device Example<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Pre-Battle Discussions<\/td><td>Conversations about the soldiers\u2019 fates foreshadow their doomed assault on the Ant Hill.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General\u2019s Orders<\/td><td>The General\u2019s unrealistic orders foreshadow the impending disaster and moral <a href=\"\/movies\/conflict\/\">conflict<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Allegory<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Movie Scene<\/th><th>Device Example<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>The Court-Martial<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/literature\/the-trial\/\">The trial<\/a> is an <a href=\"\/movies\/allegory\/\">allegory<\/a> for the larger injustices within military and political systems.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Battlefield<\/td><td>The battlefield serves as an <a href=\"\/movies\/allegory\/\">allegory<\/a> for the senselessness and destructiveness of war.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Pathos<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Movie Scene<\/th><th>Device Example<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Soldiers\u2019 Last Moments<\/td><td>The final moments of the condemned soldiers evoke deep sympathy and sadness from the audience.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Colonel Dax\u2019s Plea<\/td><td>Dax\u2019s impassioned defense of the soldiers appeals to the audience\u2019s emotions.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Juxtaposition<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Movie Scene<\/th><th>Device Example<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Luxury of Generals\u2019 Quarters vs. Trenches<\/td><td>The stark <a href=\"\/movies\/contrast\/\">contrast<\/a> between the comfortable lives of the generals and the suffering of the soldiers highlights the disparity in their experiences.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Courtroom vs. Battlefield<\/td><td>The cold, bureaucratic nature of the courtroom is juxtaposed with the chaos and <a href=\"\/movies\/horror\/\">horror<\/a> of the battlefield.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Motif<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Movie Scene<\/th><th>Device Example<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Songs of War<\/td><td>Repeated use of war songs underscores the <a href=\"\/movies\/theme\/\">theme<\/a> of indoctrination and blind nationalism.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Marching Soldiers<\/td><td>The recurring image of soldiers marching to their deaths emphasizes the relentless and mechanical nature of war.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Irony<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Movie Scene<\/th><th>Device Example<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>General\u2019s Inspection<\/td><td>General Mireau\u2019s inspection of the troops is ironic as he demands courage and sacrifice while remaining safe.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Verdict<\/td><td>The trial\u2019s verdict is ironic, punishing the innocent to uphold a fa\u00e7ade of military discipline.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Hyperbole<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Movie Scene<\/th><th>Device Example<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>General\u2019s Boasts<\/td><td>General Mireau\u2019s exaggerated claims about the ease of capturing the Ant Hill reflect his disconnect from reality.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Battle Descriptions<\/td><td>The descriptions of battle conditions are often exaggerated to emphasize the <a href=\"\/movies\/horror\/\">horror<\/a> and chaos.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Character_Analysis_Through_Literary_Devices\"><\/span>Character Analysis Through Literary Devices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Character Studies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Colonel Dax<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Device<\/th><th>Explanation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/pathos\/\">Pathos<\/a><\/td><td>Dax\u2019s impassioned defense and empathy for his men reveal his moral integrity and courage.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/juxtaposition\/\">Juxtaposition<\/a><\/td><td>Dax\u2019s integrity is contrasted with the corrupt and self-serving nature of the generals, highlighting his heroism.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>General Mireau<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Device<\/th><th>Explanation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">Irony<\/a><\/td><td>Mireau\u2019s demand for bravery while displaying cowardice himself underscores his hypocrisy.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/symbolism\/\">Symbolism<\/a><\/td><td>Mireau symbolizes the corrupt and morally bankrupt leadership in the military.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>General Broulard<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Device<\/th><th>Explanation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/allegory\/\">Allegory<\/a><\/td><td>Broulard represents the detached and indifferent higher command in military structures.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/metaphor\/\">Metaphor<\/a><\/td><td>His manipulation of Mireau and Dax serves as a <a href=\"\/movies\/metaphor\/\">metaphor<\/a> for the power struggles within the army.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Character Dynamics<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Colonel Dax and General Mireau<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The <a href=\"\/movies\/conflict\/\">conflict<\/a> between Dax and Mireau drives the <a href=\"\/movies\/narrative\/\">narrative<\/a>, representing the clash between moral integrity and corrupt ambition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Colonel Dax and the Soldiers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Dax\u2019s compassionate relationship with his men highlights themes of loyalty, duty, and the human cost of war.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>General Mireau and General Broulard<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The dynamic between Mireau and Broulard reflects the hierarchical power structure and its impact on decision-making.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thematic_Analysis\"><\/span>Thematic Analysis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Injustice<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Device<\/th><th>Explanation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/symbolism\/\">Symbolism<\/a><\/td><td>The courtroom symbolizes the miscarriage of justice.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/pathos\/\">Pathos<\/a><\/td><td>The execution of innocent soldiers evokes a strong emotional response to the injustice.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Futility of War<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Device<\/th><th>Explanation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/metaphor\/\">Metaphor<\/a><\/td><td>The Ant Hill represents the pointless nature of the soldiers\u2019 sacrifice.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">Irony<\/a><\/td><td>The soldiers\u2019 deaths are meaningless in the broader <a href=\"\/movies\/context\/\">context<\/a> of the war.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Corruption of Power<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Device<\/th><th>Explanation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/allegory\/\">Allegory<\/a><\/td><td>The military hierarchy allegorizes the corrupting influence of power.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/juxtaposition\/\">Juxtaposition<\/a><\/td><td>The <a href=\"\/movies\/contrast\/\">contrast<\/a> between the generals\u2019 luxury and the soldiers\u2019 suffering highlights the abuse of power.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cinematic_Techniques_That_Enhance_Literary_Devices\"><\/span>Cinematic Techniques That Enhance Literary Devices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visual and Sound Techniques<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Literary Device<\/th><th>Technique<\/th><th>Explanation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/symbolism\/\">Symbolism<\/a><\/td><td>Visual <a href=\"\/movies\/contrast\/\">Contrast<\/a><\/td><td>The stark visuals of the trenches vs. the generals\u2019 quarters symbolize the disparity in experiences.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/pathos\/\">Pathos<\/a><\/td><td>Sound Design<\/td><td>The haunting music during the execution scene amplifies the emotional impact.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Literary Device<\/th><th>Technique<\/th><th>Explanation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">Irony<\/a><\/td><td>Cinematography<\/td><td>The camera\u2019s focus on the generals during the soldiers\u2019 execution highlights the ironic disconnect.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"\/movies\/juxtaposition\/\">Juxtaposition<\/a><\/td><td>Editing<\/td><td>Juxtaposed scenes of battlefield chaos and courtroom calm emphasize the thematic contrasts.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Scene_Analysis\"><\/span>Key Scene Analysis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scene Selection<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Court-Martial Scene<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a>Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This scene showcases the use of <a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">irony<\/a> and <a href=\"\/movies\/symbolism\/\">symbolism<\/a>, as the courtroom\u2019s rigid order contrasts with the chaos of the battlefield, highlighting the injustice faced by the soldiers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Execution Scene<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a>Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This poignant scene uses <a href=\"\/movies\/pathos\/\">pathos<\/a> and visual techniques to evoke deep emotional responses, illustrating the futility and <a href=\"\/movies\/tragedy\/\">tragedy<\/a> of the soldiers\u2019 sacrifice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Final Scene<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a>Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The final scene employs <a href=\"\/movies\/juxtaposition\/\">juxtaposition<\/a> and sound design to <a href=\"\/movies\/contrast\/\">contrast<\/a> the singing of a young German girl with the soldiers\u2019 initial hostility, ultimately showcasing a moment of shared humanity amidst the horrors of war.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Interactive Quiz<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Which literary device is exemplified by the use of the Ant Hill in the film?\n<ul>\n<li>A) <a href=\"\/movies\/metaphor\/\">Metaphor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B) <a href=\"\/movies\/hyperbole\/\">Hyperbole<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C) <a href=\"\/movies\/allegory\/\">Allegory<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What does General Mireau symbolize in &#8220;Paths of Glory&#8221;?\n<ul>\n<li>A) Heroism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B) Corruption of power<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C) Futility of war<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How does the film use <a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">irony<\/a> in the courtroom scenes?\n<ul>\n<li>A) By showing the fairness of military justice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B) By highlighting the predetermined verdict and the mockery of justice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C) By demonstrating the soldiers\u2019 bravery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What <a href=\"\/movies\/theme\/\">theme<\/a> is emphasized through the <a href=\"\/movies\/juxtaposition\/\">juxtaposition<\/a> of the generals\u2019 quarters and the trenches?\n<ul>\n<li>A) Loyalty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B) Injustice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C) Disparity in experiences and corruption of power<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which cinematic technique is used to enhance the emotional impact of the execution scene?\n<ul>\n<li>A) Fast-paced editing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B) Haunting music and sound design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C) Bright, vibrant colors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Brief Intro &#8220;Paths of Glory,&#8221; directed by Stanley Kubrick in 1957, is a powerful anti-war film set during World War I. It follows Colonel Dax, played by Kirk Douglas, who defends three soldiers unjustly accused of cowardice. The film explores themes of injustice, the futility of war, and the corruption of power. Literary Devices Used [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"parent":14748,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","ub_ctt_via":"","_themeisle_gutenberg_block_has_review":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[20],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":null,"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":false,"thumbnail":false,"medium":false,"medium_large":false,"large":false,"1536x1536":false,"2048x2048":false},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":false,"author_link":"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/author\/arvie\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Brief Intro &#8220;Paths of Glory,&#8221; directed by Stanley Kubrick in 1957, is a powerful anti-war film set during World War I. 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