I decided to draw a picture of the title of the book that represented the patients in the ward.I put a lock as the O for One that represented the patients being locked in the ward and I put the key in place of the T for Nest to represent the ward and how its like a prison for the patient is the ward.They don’t have control over their mind and are being controlled by the Nurse Ratched and the rules of the ward.The novel’s setting in a mental ward, dominated by the tyrannical Miss Ratched, highlights the oppressive power of mass society..It is an oppressive environment not only for the black patients in this book but also for the white patients as well because they are all getting the same amount of physical treatment.The way the ward is set up it isn’t geared towards making the patients better so they can go back into society and “fit in”,they want to make their condition worst by using these brutal tactics.The book continues to touch on one’s control over one’s body and weather it is possible for someone to escape the ward and I think it is possible to do and I think that one patient if not more will find a way to escape because of this quote on page 87 that states “you can’t keep a bird in a cage”.This represent the human desire for freedom over their mind and body and I think that some patients that aren’t too far gone like the chronics can have a chance to be free from the ward and maybe have some sense of normalcy after getting out.McMurphy, the protagonist, plays a crucial role in challenging the status quo within the ward. His rebellious spirit inspires other patients to question their circumstances and seek liberation. Through his actions, McMurphy demonstrates that escape is possible, but it often requires courage and a willingness to confront the oppressive forces that bind them. His influence encourages the other patients to envision a life beyond the confines of the ward.I feel like he would be able to function in society with the right amount time and it the “therapeutic practices” haven’t fried his brain yet.The patients in “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” still aspire to escape the ward, even though the journey is complex and fraught with obstacles.The narration illustrates that true escape involves both physical and psychological liberation. McMurphy’s impact on the patients highlights the important challenges of an oppressive system while striving for personal freedom, even in the face of adversity. While the idea of escape is compelling, it is essential to recognize the limitations faced by the patients.The ward’s institutional environment is designed to suppress individuality and maintain control. Even if some patients find ways to resist or rebel like McMurphy, the systemic nature of their confinement poses significant challenges. Ultimately, the possibility of escape is not just about leaving the physical space but also about achieving a sense of self-empowerment and mental freedom.

SAYGRACE - You Don’t Own Me ft. G-Eazy (Official Video)

The Commander in The Handmaids acts like he owns Offred. There are times when Offred feels sorry for him and views him as a victim of Gilead, just as she is. Throughout the novel, however, it becomes clear through their interactions that the Commander is using his power over Offred for his own gain. He doesn’t see her as an equal but as an instrument for his own pleasure. The text states “Maybe none of this is about control.Maybe it isn’t really about who can own whom, who can do what to whom and get away with it, even as far as death.(135).He knows that this is wrong but continues to do so in order to show that he is in control of that relationship and can end it when ever he wants.

Michael Jackson - Human Nature (Audio)

In The Handmaid’s Tale, the author constantly uses human nature to analyze internal conflict in Offred. She tries to decide if she should give into the new ways of Gilead or if she should try to rebel against the regime. She doesn’t know what happened to her husband Luke and she is trying to contain some type of real-life mentality. Offred feels so bad because she doesn’t know what happened to her husband Luke. This song basically talks about how if you tend to do wrong things it’s not that big of a deal because everyone will end up doing something wrong in their life.

I’m Gonna Miss You - Milli Vanilli

This song represents the relationship between Offred and Moria, she is Offred oldest and best friend, she is often seen in many of Offred’s memories, in Gilead the two meet at the Red Centre and then again at Jezebel’s. Moira is an unconventional character, she is outspoken and rebellious. Throughout the text, their friendship represents true female friendship and Offred does not have many friends that she can trust. The song has one lyric that is repeated throughout the song, “and I never will forget the day we met, girl i’m gonna miss you”, this is how Offred felt when Moria escaped. The tone of the song is very slow-paced and has a sad track this can represent the feeling of how a person might feel when losing someone that is really important or close to them.

Brandy & Monica - The Boy Is Mine (Official Video)

This song is about two women fighting over one guy, this can be related back to Offred and The Commander’s relationship, he is married to Serena Joy but has this secret relationship that no one knows about with Offred. The women in the song go back and forth about who’s actually in the relationship with the guy, they both think that they have more grip on the guy and the song ends with both of them saying “The boy is mine”.This represents how the relationship between both The Commander and Offred and The Commander and Serena Joy are not strong relationships and he can keep going back to either one with no punishment.

Mint Condition - Breakin’ My Heart (Pretty Brown Eyes) (Official Music Video)

This song is ultimately representing The Commander and Serena Joy’s relationship,he continues to cheat on her with Offred and it doesn’t really seem to have an effect on him. He is careless with Offred making her risk her life multiple times for his own pleasure and personal gain. He has more power over Offred making her do things that she does not want to do. He is not loyal to his wife and he is breaking her heart,becuase in a marriage you are supported to have trust and The Commander isn’t really a trustworthy person.