Overview
Choose one of the following to answer in a short essay response of no less than 300 words. Use examples from the film and refer to at least one term we have learned in the class up through this week's content, whether through the reading or lecture material: FILM NAME:- MONSOON WEDDING
The Indian culture is a confident and steadfast culture, though it is affected by globalization. Discuss an example from the film where you could see the influence of American culture affecting Indian culture.
How do you feel Monsoon Wedding preserves Mira Nair’s Indian culture while embracing the American culture she now lives in? Is it possible to embrace both without losing oneself? How so?
- How are women in Indian culture regarded overall? Is it very different from representations we have been seeing of women in America? How so or why not?
- What do you think is the message Mira Nair wants to leave us with as women – whether Indian, American or otherwise? Do you think she does a good job of delivering that message?
Is it impossible for a Hollywood Studio to actually produce a completely authentic film? If so, how?
- Question: Address any combination of the following questions and include examples from the film. FILM NAME:-
- REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES
- How does this film fit into the context of the TedX Talk?
What were your thoughts about the observations and statistics mentioned in the TedX Talk?
Where do you feel Real Women Have Curves fits into that conversation?
What observations did you make while watching the film in regards to the dynamics at play between these multi-generational women?
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