Hudson Nugent

  In class, we watched a movie called "Driving Miss Daisy.” this film was directed by Bruce Beresford in 1989,and it is a very compelling story that takes place in over a quarter-century. It follows the life of Southern matriarch Daisy Werthan, her son Boolie, and her chauffeur named Hoke Colburn. At first, Daisy strongly  guards her independence, exhibiting passive aggressiveness and rudeness toward her African American chauffeur hoke. Her behavior in the beginning roots from her pride and internalized racism, even though she claims to have never been prejudiced. Despite her resistance, certain circumstances throughout the film force her to rely on Hoke's assistance. The movie subtly touches upon the time frames  racial tensions, which take place before, during, and after the Civil Rights Movement. Daisy's changing relationship with Hoke gradually exposes her to the big level of  racism and challenges that  African Americans face. Events  like a road trip ...

I In class, we watched a movie called "To Sir, with Love,". This is  a 1967 film starring Sidney Poitier,  and it is a very powerful story about a teacher named Mark Thackery. In the film He faces a tough situation as he starts teaching a class of students who are considered rejects in a very strict and challenging school located in London. Thackery's unconventional teaching methods,which consist of  focusing on life skills instead of the usual traditional textbooks, assist him in being able to connect with his students overall. This approach earns him a great amount of respect and transforms most of the students' behavior throughout the movie. The film explores societal problems and concerns of the 1960s. It mainly talks about Especially  racial prejudice, and it highlights the impact of a hard working and dedicated teacher, especially one that is facing prejudice in a mainly white school. Emotionally, this film centers on the relationships that Thackery forms with ...