Rebellion on the screen
Breaking Bad: Portrayal of Civil Disobedience In the TV show “Breaking Bad,” the main character, Walter White, portrays civil disobedience. Originally, White decided to manufacture and sell methamphetamine for his family to gain financial security. This is civil disobedience as it goes against both societal norms and the law. Though, his actions have severe consequences that show civil disobedience as a poor choice. Morally wrong Walter White being apart of the criminal world leads him to develop negative characteristics. He becomes manipulative, loses empathy, and ruthlessly harms others. This is all done due to him being involved with selling drugs. His moral deterioration shows civil disobedience erasing one’s ethical boundaries. White’s original attempt at breaking the law to benefit his loved ones turns into him harming his family, Personal Consequences Walter White’s plan backfires on him as the consequences of his actions negatively affect his family as well. His criminal ac...