...“Bowling for Columbine” Film Analysis On April 20, 1999, many people’s lives drastically changed. An incident that occurred in Littleton, Colorado created a jaw dropping event that disrupted all of America. It also stopped Michael Moore right in his tracks. Not long after the incident, Michael Moore decided to make a documentary called “Bowling for Columbine,” a film that acknowledged many important points that are usually ignored and overlooked. This documentary focused on a school shooting that never should have happened. This tragic incident lead Moore to ponder many questions and create an extremely interesting documentary. Michael Moore has been in the film industry for quite some time. He’s created numerous documentaries that have received a large amount of public attention. He is also a filmmaker, author and political activist that not only knows how to work a camera, but also an audience (Deming). In his documentary “Bowling for Columbine”, Moore uses facts, interviews, and personal stories to really get the viewers undivided attention. He also uses multiple statistics to prove his points throughout the documentary. In 2002, Moore won an Oscar for the Best Documentary Film for “Bowling for Columbine” (Ecksel 1). This film not only touched the hearts of many Americans, but also created an argument for several businesses and associations that were involved. On April 20, 1999, the halls of Columbine High School changed forever. Dylan Klebold and Eric Harris altered...
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...for Columbine” filmmaker Michael Moore says that fear-mongering perpetuated by American media is what supplies our endemic gun violence. Moore supports this argument by providing expert testimony of how the media attempts to make the audience fear whatever they are covering that night, citing research, citing statistics of how many guns murders that America has opposed to other major developed countries, and sharing personal anecdotes of things such as Canadians not feeling that it is obligatory to lock their doors to things like one first grader shooting another. Moore intends to lower the gun murder rate in America by showing that the problem isn’t what everybody thinks it is, rather it is the media...
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...The documentary Bowling For Columbine is an educational and emotional film about the severe gun violence in the United States of America, and what causes this extreme violence. Michael Moore, the film maker, continually tries to convince viewers that if guns were more difficult to find, there will be a dramatic decrease in gun violence. Michael Moore uses specific video clips to appeal to the viewer’s emotions on guns. Through this use of pathos, Michael Moore is able to describe how dangerous it can be when teenagers or young irresponsible adults get control of a loaded gun. Although Michael Moore is completely biased against gun control, his documentary affected the way I think about guns and gun control. Michael Moore uses clips such as, 911 phone calls and security camera footage to make a personal, emotional connection to all the viewers watching. In one specific incident he spoke to the producer of COPS. In this interview we, the audience, learn that the producer prefers to portray blacks as the criminals so that the whites can get guns to protect themselves. In my opinion, this is a reason why gun violence is so prevalent in America - the fear of African Americans. Moreover, Michael Moore speaks with the students of the Columbine incidents to discuss mental health issues. These interviews reveal that the high incidence of a variety of mental problems among young people coupled with the prevalence of guns in the country, makes gun violence...
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...Samentha Moore is a three time victim of sexual assault. Looking back at her tragic series of sexual assaults, Moore reminisces on her habitual inexorable feelings of “self-conscious and blaming” “About the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline | RAINN”). Moore experienced her first two traumatic assaults before college; she was left vacant, aloof and disconsolated after the police disdainfully responded to her assaults. She experienced her third assault in college, and because of the police’s prior unsatisfactory response, Moore was discouraged to report it and left miserable and unable to desert her pain, loneliness and self-punishing ways. Her agony later developed into an eating disorder; Moore thought maybe if she “made [herself]...
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...maligned in Moore’s trademark docu-tragi-comic style. And by using the platform of a major motion picture to make a direct assault at the root of the problem, Moore has created space in the political mainstream for a radical conversation (radical meaning “going to the root”). It’s a conversation that is desperately needed as the economic crisis continues to devastate low- and middle-income Americans in spite of President Obama’s and Congress’ efforts to stop the bleeding by throwing trillions of dollars at the banks. Yesterday, Democracy Now! reported that while the Dow Jones topped 10,000 for the first time in a year, foreclosures have reached a record level of 940,000 in the third quarter. But with this film airing in major chain cinemas across the nation, the normally taboo topics of how wealth is divided, who owns Congress, and how vital economic decisions are made are now open for discussion in a way they haven’t been in the U.S. for decades. In Capitalism, Michael Moore features the reality of the economic crisis for America’s usually-invisible poor and working class. The movie begins with a family filming their eviction from their own home. In a terrifying scene, we watch from inside their living room window as 7 police cars roll up to throw the ill-fated family onto the street for failing to make their payments. Moore explained in an interview, “You see [a foreclosure] really for the first time from the point of view of the person being thrown out of the house.” This same...
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...There have been a number of events and eras that have brought about the policy and practice of community policing today. In the following paper I will discuss and review the literature of the issues and history that have brought about the creation of community policing. I will start from the beginning with Sir Robert Peel and the creation of the Metropolitan Police Force in 1829, to the Political era starting in 1820, and the Professional and Reform era in the 1940’s to 1970 that has lead us to the implementation of community policing today. The policy and practice of community policing will then be explained in detail to give the reader a thorough understanding of the core elements of community policing and what it consists of. Also, how the policy is meant to be used in regards to implementation and who the policy is meant to impact will be discussed. The following paper is merely a review of previous literature on community policing to give a detailed explanation of what it is. From its earliest conception, policing was meant to involve a connection between citizens and police officers alike. Sir Robert Peel, the founder of the Metropolitan Police Force of London in 1829, which is credited with being the earliest assemblage of professional policing, contended that police departments and their communities were meant to share the common goal of protecting the welfare of the community and in order to accomplish this goal the police and citizens had to count on each other (Nadine...
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...Peaceful End of Life Theory of C. Ruland and S. Moore I. Introduction a. Entire lives and careers are dedicated to postponing or avoiding death while caring for the living. Yet each day that passes, death is one day closer, unwavering. It is inevitable and unavoidable. Leaving loved ones behind creates sadness and shakes even the most stoic. Possibilities of pain evoke fear. Questioning faith, even the most devote become anxious when considering what has never been felt or seen. Ruland and Moore theorize that by easing the fears and anxieties, both real and/or perceived for the patient and family, nurses can create a more peaceful end of life, rather than simply complete the tasks at hand in the day to day when caring for the dying. II. Theory Perspective b. Defining “Peaceful” c. Dying is a personal experience and should never be alone. d. Five Outcome Indicators e. 16 Outcome Criteria III. Relationship to Nursing Practice f. Relevancy to Nursing i. Educate ii. Influence iii. Research g. Observe. Look, listen and feel h. Understand and Interpret i. Intervene with dignity, respect and empathy IV. Case Scenario V. Conclusion References Bjarnason, D. (2000, May). End-of-life care: Understanding and enhancing the nurse-patient dialogue. Retrieved May 3, 2011, from Proquest: http://proquest.umi.com/pqdweb?did=732206511&Fmt=2&clientId=14884&RQT=309&VName=PQD ...
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...the development of the character Rorschach depicts the intention of the author that the wishful superheroic fantasies of power arise from the deeper fears of the readers who feel powerless to live as per their expectations and ideals. Also, Thompson outlines that these fantasies arise from a deeper fear that their perceived expectations and ideals are mere projections that coves and conceal the real horror that at some point reality is simply an empty, meaningless emptiness (110). In this regard, we came to realize that for instance, Rorschach was compelled to become a superhero with a mask by the abuse, neglect, and abandonment he experienced as a foster child. Similarly, we can deduce that his self-proclaimed ideologies are constructed to...
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...Philosophies. Eastern Philosophy is the study of a journey in distance. Eastern philosophy travels back to a period in time that leaves a message for today (Moore & Bruder, 2008, pg 525) Western Philosophy is different from Eastern Philosophy it is more thinking and studying of guidance of a full and contented life. (Moore & Bruder, 2008, pg 525) I think an Eastern Philosopher who had very good ideas or theories was Siddhartha Gautama who was later known as Buddha. Buddha is a well known philosopher about suffering. I also think everyone in the world can relate to Buddha theory on suffering, we all go through it at times in life some more than others. Siddhartha did leave a good life behind to understand why suffering may exist and what the cure for suffering maybe out there. It took some time for Siddhartha to figure out why suffering exists in the world. He came up with an answer to suffering in the” Four Noble Truths: (1) There is suffering; (2) suffering has specific and Identifiable causes; (3) suffering can be ended; (4) the way to end suffering is Through enlightened living as expressed in the Eightfold Path.” (Moore & Bruder, 2008, pg 530) Buddha found suffering to be a reality for humankind and uncertainly in the world. Also that people problems come from a change of uncertainty, anxiety, and fear causes. According to Buddha the cause of human suffering are ignorance, enlightment and self craving. This happens out of unclearly, in the world. Buddha also...
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...is recording high numbers of people killed by small firearms and yet there is no civil war at present. Michael Moore then sets out to explore this phenomenon and why it is in play. Within our society today, media and stereotyping takes over human loves, people fear different ethnic races, children are growing to be more violent and America is growing to be more corrupt. His answers reveal strange and shocking findings, there is a very easy availability of shotguns and light firearms, which results to a rampant all over the States. America’s national history also proves to contain and entail a violent form of culture-imprinted into people’s way of thinking. Forms of entertainment are also partly to blame as they give the viewer a certain incitement including poverty levels, they are also to blame for this way of living but all these factors are not...
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...Analyzing Credibility Though it has been nearly 10 years since the tragic day in September that rocked the very foundation of America, the events are still fresh in the minds of the nation. Even more today with the recent killing of Osama bin Laden. In the wake of the events that unfolded on September 11, 2001, there was and still continues to be media coverage related to the incident. A need exists to cover such stories and keep the nation informed; however, sources providing the information should be subject to scrutiny so the target audience is not led astray and misinformed. Giuliani Remembers After watching the “Giuliani Remembers 9/11” news clip shown on the CNN link, I had some mixed emotions regarding the content. When looking into the credibility of the source of information, I would find it difficult to argue that CNN is not considered a credible news source. Understanding that there is some form of censorship or government control over media is important to remember however, and I believe it is important to use multiple resources when looking into information. I believe for this particular news clip, there was not much to call into question regarding source credibility, as this was more of a one-on-one interview with former Mayor Giuliani and his remembrance of the tragic events of 9/11. Based on this, I was not at all skeptical of credibility. Reading between the lines Ultimately, there were a few aspects of the news clip that I found interesting...
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...Review Bowling for Columbine: -by Kasper Jørgensen Rating: Michael Moore’s documentary “Bowling for Columbine” is inspired by the school massacre at Columbine High School back in 1999. The film explores what Michael Moore suggests could be the reasons behind such a tragedy. An early scene of the movie shows how Michael Moore gets his hands on a hunting rifle, simply by opening a bank account (!) Just before leaving the bank, Moore asks, "Don’t you think it's a little dangerous handing out guns at a bank?" A clear indication of his point of view, so early in the documentary. Michael Moore uses several effects to affect us, the whole setup of the movie is so messy and cleverly cut, that you have to be a true-blood American and blissfully unaware about things around you, not to feel that he has a point with this documentary. He uses the shock effect many times, best illustrated by the video montage of some of the awful American foreign policy decisions. Along with this montage of video footage, the song: What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong is playing, which of course is ironic as hell. His strongest argument for all the gun violence in the U.S.A. is the fear that gets thrown at the Americans, throughout their entire lives, all broadcasted by the media. He also shows the American history, through a hilarious animated movie, with a bullet as the narrator. All in all, if you want a good laugh, try to understand other countries mentality or just want some possible...
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...took a swallow. The two men sat staring at the map in silence. After what seemed like five minutes of an intense study by both men, Colonel Caswell was the first to speak. “We can’t beat them head on, European style fighting. The only way to win is to fight them Injun style, behind cover and from ambush.” Lillington chimed in. “If they want to go to Hillsboro, there’s only one direct route and that’s up the North – South Road through Cross Creek. There are plenty of choke points along that road where a smaller force could stop a larger force.” Lillington pointed to a few specific places on the map. “There a good point at Cross Creek…no, not Cross Creek, but Rockfish Creek a few miles south. There’s less than a hundred yards between Cape Fear on the east and swamp land on the west. A small force like ours could prevent troop movement up or down that road.” “We need to keep our eye on Widow Moore’s Bridge,” Caswell added. “It’s only really a foot bridge from one side of the river to the other. Just big enough for a one-horse wagon to cross over,” he explained. Caswell pointed again to the map. “Alex your men are positioned closer to Rockfish Creek than mine. You go occupy the position and keep the Scots from joining Cornwallis, I’ll march my people as hard and fast as I can to join up and support you.” Both commanders agreed it was time to activate their Militias! The signal cannon on New Burn Commons fired three volleys, the signal for the New Burn District Militia to muster...
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...Chattanooga Ice Cream Introduction Chattanooga Ice Cream Inc. (CIC) is a producer of mid-priced basic ice cream products (5 main flavors) and a completely owned subsidiary of Chattanooga Food Corporation. The CIC division president and general manager is Charlie Moore and has held this position since his promotion in 1993, see Figure 1 for the organizational chart. CIC is one of the largest regional manufacturers of ice cream with most of their sales to supermarkets and food chains. The Chattanooga Food Corporation (CFC) is a family-controlled enterprise that was founded in 1936 by Charlie Moore’s grandfather. CFC consists of three divisions of which the Ice Cream Division is the smallest of the three, with revenues of $150 million USD per year. Chattanooga Food Corporation as a whole was performing well; the Ice Cream Division had experienced declining sales and profitability for four consecutive years. CIC revenue dropped from $185 million to $150 million and in 1996, lost their third largest customer Stay & Shop (switched to Sealtest brand) with revenues of 6.5 million. This latest loss will more than likely force a 5th straight year of lower revenues and profitability. Across this same period of time, the net profit decreased from approximately $6.75 million to $3.85 million. The causes of the decreases where in part to a reduction in the U.S per capita consumption of ice cream as well the increased competition from premium brands like Sealtest, Breyers and Dreyers and...
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...things like disappointment, frustration, discontent and sorrow. I am almost certain that Buddha’s teachings stem from his own personal experience and the experiences of others that were around him. He was able to learn from the examples of others and himself. I feel this philosophy is very logical. When it comes to Western Philosophy, Immanuel Kant was a German Philosopher who contributed to the philosophical views of religion. He is known for inventing the most famous moral arguments on the existence of God. His criticism towards the traditional proof of God is something that is very important in literature. According to his philosophy, none of the three traditional ways of proving Gods existence works, although he still believed in God (Moore-Bruder, 2008). He felt that all knowledge comes from experience, which I entirely agree with. He also felt that theoretical illusions will manifest when you don’t apply experience...
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