Statements (273)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkb:mythology gptkb:play |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:My_Fair_Lady
|
| gptkbp:adaptations |
gptkb:My_Fair_Lady
|
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:My_Fair_Lady gptkb:Greek_mythology gptkb:film various forms of media various literary and artistic works |
| gptkbp:atccode |
art and literature
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| gptkbp:based_on |
gptkb:Pygmalion_and_Galatea
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| gptkbp:can_transform_into |
Galatea into a living woman
|
| gptkbp:character_development |
Colonel Pickering's kindness
Eliza Doolittle's transformation Henry Higgins's arrogance Colonel Pickering's kindness. Eliza Doolittle's transformation. Henry Higgins's arrogance. |
| gptkbp:conflict |
identity crisis.
class struggle. gender roles. |
| gptkbp:created |
gptkb:statue_of_Galatea
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| gptkbp:critical_reception |
widely acclaimed
analyzed for its social commentary. considered a classic of English literature. praised for its wit. |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:significant
inspired feminist readings used in educational contexts explored in literary criticism influenced modern adaptations discussions on class and language influenced modern adaptations of transformation stories. |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
high
|
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
films and theater
|
| gptkbp:explores |
class distinctions
|
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:Henry_Higgins
|
| gptkbp:film_editing |
gptkb:1964
gptkb:1980 1938 yes 1964 film 1938 film |
| gptkbp:film_technique |
yes
|
| gptkbp:first_performance |
1913
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| gptkbp:follows |
gptkb:Eliza_Doolittle
|
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:comedy
|
| gptkbp:has_adaptation |
gptkb:musical_adaptation
gptkb:My_Fair_Lady gptkb:films yes plays numerous productions |
| gptkbp:has_awards |
gptkb:Olivier_Awards
gptkb:Tony_Award |
| gptkbp:has_character |
gptkb:Colonel_Pickering
gptkb:Freddy_Eynsford-Hill gptkb:Alfred_Doolittle Mrs. Higgins |
| gptkbp:has_cultural_impact |
on education
on linguistics on feminism |
| gptkbp:has_film |
the relationship between creator and creation
desire and creation |
| gptkbp:has_influence_on |
modern adaptations
|
| gptkbp:has_influenced |
gptkb:literature
art and literature modern adaptations modern storytelling |
| gptkbp:has_inspired |
numerous adaptations
|
| gptkbp:has_relationship_with |
gptkb:Galatea
|
| gptkbp:has_themes |
gptkb:social_class
gptkb:identity gptkb:transformation art and creation desire and fulfillment |
| gptkbp:has_variations |
modern retellings
|
| gptkbp:historical_context |
emergence of modern linguistics.
pre-World War I England. rise of the suffragette movement. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Pygmalion
|
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
yes
|
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
gptkb:Linguistics linguistics Victorian society social Darwinism Victorian society. Shavian wit. |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:Ovid's_Pygmalion
|
| gptkbp:inspired |
gptkb:various_adaptations
numerous academic studies |
| gptkbp:inspired_the_play |
Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw
|
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:cultural_heritage
gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:sculpture gptkb:mythology gptkb:cultural_reference gptkb:legends character in literature character in various adaptations figure in classical mythology symbol of creativity romantic story myth of transformation symbol of idealized love tale of transformation tale of artistic ambition story about love story that examines the relationship between creator and creation cautionary tale about obsession example of a mythological love story example of male desire example of mythological storytelling myth that explores the power of art myth that has been adapted into plays and films myth that has endured through time myth that has influenced modern storytelling myth that highlights the theme of love myth that raises questions about identity narrative exploring the nature of love narrative of longing narrative that continues to resonate today narrative that explores the boundaries of reality narrative that explores the theme of creation narrative that has inspired countless works story of love and desire story of love conquering all story that explores the nature of desire story that has been interpreted in many ways story that has been retold in various cultures story that questions reality story that reflects human emotions story that reflects the human condition tale of desire and fulfillment tale that examines the role of the artist tale that has been referenced in popular culture tale that illustrates the power of belief tale that reflects societal values of its time narrative that has inspired philosophical discussions cultural reference in psychology character in Ovid's Metamorphoses example of a creator's longing for perfection inspiration for the Pygmalion effect myth that explores the nature of love myth that has influenced art and culture narrative about transformation and identity story that reflects human desires theme in literature and theater |
| gptkbp:is_a_figure_in |
romantic literature
|
| gptkbp:is_a_subject_of |
gptkb:various_adaptations
|
| gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of |
idealized love
|
| gptkbp:is_acharacter_in |
gptkb:various_adaptations
gptkb:Ovid's_Metamorphoses George Bernard Shaw's play Pygmalion |
| gptkbp:is_analyzed_in |
feminist literature
|
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:Aphrodite
gptkb:Greek_mythology gptkb:transformation love the theme of love and creation |
| gptkbp:is_available_in |
digital format
print format |
| gptkbp:is_character_in |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
various operas |
| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
literary studies
discussions of art |
| gptkbp:is_connected_to |
themes of transformation
|
| gptkbp:is_considered_as |
social commentary
a classic play |
| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
gptkb:literary_analysis
modern adaptations and interpretations |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:films
gptkb:Ovid's_Metamorphoses |
| gptkbp:is_from |
gptkb:Cyprus
|
| gptkbp:is_in_love_with |
gptkb:Galatea
his own creation his sculpture Galatea his statue |
| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
gptkb:Victorian_literature
|
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
sculpting a statue of Galatea
creating a statue of a woman his devotion to his creation falling in love with his own creation the story of love and desire |
| gptkbp:is_notable_for |
its character development
its critique of society its witty dialogue |
| gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
other mythological creators
other myths of creation |
| gptkbp:is_often_seen_in |
the power of love
|
| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
gptkb:Aphrodite
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
Western literary tradition Shaw's works Western cultural references the larger narrative of transformation in mythology |
| gptkbp:is_portrayed_as |
gptkb:sculptures
|
| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
gptkb:popular_culture
gptkb:literature_and_art |
| gptkbp:is_related_to |
gptkb:Galatea
Pygmalion effect the concept of the artist and muse |
| gptkbp:is_represented_in |
paintings
plays |
| gptkbp:is_set_in |
Edwardian London
|
| gptkbp:is_studied_in |
drama courses
|
| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
the artist's desire
|
| gptkbp:is_worshipped_by |
gptkb:Cyprus
|
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:legacy |
inspired various artistic interpretations.
studied in literature courses. inspired feminist readings. considered a classic of English literature. continues to be referenced in popular culture. influenced playwrights. remains relevant in discussions of language and class. remains relevant in discussions of class and identity. frequently studied in schools. |
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Colonel_Pickering
gptkb:Eliza_Doolittle gptkb:Henry_Higgins |
| gptkbp:notable_characters |
gptkb:Colonel_Pickering
gptkb:Alfred_Doolittle |
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
The rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain.
The difference between a lady and a flower girl is not how she behaves, but how she is treated. I am a common ignorant girl. I’m a common ignorant girl. You see this creature with her kerbstone English. |
| gptkbp:origin |
gptkb:Cyprus
|
| gptkbp:performance |
performed worldwide.
adapted for radio. adapted for television. frequently staged in theaters. |
| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:theater_festivals
gptkb:the_Old_Vic gptkb:the_Royal_National_Theatre yes |
| gptkbp:performed_in |
gptkb:Broadway
gptkb:theater the West End |
| gptkbp:plot |
Eliza Doolittle seeks to improve her speech.
Eliza's independence at the end. Eliza's struggle with her new identity. Henry Higgins makes a bet to transform Eliza. The relationship between Eliza and Higgins. |
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:Constable_and_Company
|
| gptkbp:published_in |
1916
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| gptkbp:represents |
idealized love
|
| gptkbp:represents_the_concept_of |
art and creation
|
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:London
|
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:London
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
flowers representing Eliza's initial status.
phonetics as a tool for social mobility. the phonetics lessons as a metaphor for personal growth. |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:social_class
gptkb:identity psychological studies class distinction love and transformation |
| gptkbp:translated_into |
multiple languages
|
| gptkbp:was_akey_figure_in |
the myth of Pygmalion
|
| gptkbp:was_known_for |
artistic skills
|
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:George_Bernard_Shaw
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:The_Mirror_Has_Two_Faces
gptkb:My_Fair_Lady gptkb:Aphrodite gptkb:George_Bernard_Shaw gptkb:Hercules gptkb:play |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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