Journal of Literature and Art Studies: The Planet of the Apes Analysis

This document is an academic journal article from the Journal of Literature and Art Studies, focusing on the concept of 'commonality without common points' in Pierre Boulle's novel, The Planet of the Apes. The authors, Junga Shin and Yong Ho Choi, explore the paradox of enantiomorphism, where two cultures are in conflict, and the challenges of establishing a common language. Drawing on Lotman's semiotics of culture, the article examines how the experience of finitude and the understanding of one's own language can enable cross-cultural communication and a new form of universality. The analysis considers the apes' dominance over humans, the ensuing confusion, and the potential for finding common ground despite fundamental differences, ultimately arguing for a 'commonality without common points' to foster understanding in a multicultural world. The study also references other works by Lotman and Todorov to support their argument.