Character Development: Commercial fiction often relies on well-defined protagonist and antagonist characters, with clear motivations and goals. In contrast, "The Destructors" does not have traditional heroes or villains. The characters are mostly teenage boys who engage in destructive behavior without any significant character development or emotional depth.
Plot Structure: Commercial fiction typically follows a structured plot with a beginning, middle, and end, building towards a climax and resolution. "The Destructors" lacks a traditional plot structure. It focuses more on the events and actions of the characters, without a clear resolution or conclusion.
Themes and Symbolism: Commercial fiction often presents straightforward themes and messages. "The Destructors," on the other hand, explores complex and symbolic themes. It delves into ideas of destruction, conformity, and the loss of innocence without providing explicit answers or explanations.
Social Commentary: Commercial fiction tends to focus on individual characters and their personal experiences. "The Destructors" uses the destructive actions of the teenage boys to comment on broader societal issues such as alienation, boredom, and the impact of war on the younger generation.
Unconventional Ending: Commercial fiction usually ends with a sense of closure, whether it's a happy ending or a satisfying conclusion. "The Destructors" ends abruptly, leaving the readers with a sense of uncertainty and ambiguity, without providing a clear resolution to the story.
By departing from the conventional formula of commercial fiction, "The Destructors" offers a more experimental and thought-provoking narrative that explores complex themes and social commentary in a unique and unconventional manner.