The Use of Violence in The Hunger Games: Exploring the Relationship between Violence and Power In Suzanne Collins' dystopian novel, The Hunger Games, violence plays a central role, portraying a grim reality where power is both obtained and maintained through acts of brutality. The story's setting, Panem, a nation divided into districts, hosts an annual televised event, the Hunger Games, where children are forced to fight to the death. Through the lens of this violent competition, Collins examines the multifaceted relationship between violence and power, revealing how the oppressive regime in Panem manipulates and controls its citizens through fear and bloodshed. The oppressive regime of Panem utilizes violence as a tool to assert and maintain its power over its citizens. The annual Hunger Games serve as a stark reminder of the regime's dominance, as it forces each district to submit one boy and one girl to participate in a televised battle. This spectacle of violence is a means of control, instilling fear and obedience among the districts. The Capitol's ability to wield violence against the innocent fosters a sense of powerlessness, ensuring the subjugation of the oppressed. …show more content…
The participants of the Hunger Games are subjected to a traumatic experience, both as perpetrators and victims of violence. Katniss Everdeen, the novel's protagonist, is forced to confront the brutal reality of killing in self-defense. Through her perspective, the novel explores the emotional toll of violence, highlighting the desperation and survival instinct that can arise when power and control are at