127 hour
The film 127 Hours delves into a number of themes, such as: taking risks while alone, the power of music and its importance to human beings, belief and faith, accident vs. risk, being in the wrong place at the wrong time, dangerous situations…
Articles on the film:
2 purposes – to discuss the story /theme, but also, to analyze the film maker’s choices in this movie and to judge (critical) the effect of these choices on the audience http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/film/8223925/127-Hours-Aron-Ralstons-story-of-survival.html http://www.listal.com/viewentry/831887 http://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/127-hours-2010 http://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/media/film/Rough-Cut.html?page=all http://www.adventure-journal.com/2010/11/what-you-should-know-about-aron-ralston/ Personal Response Assignment http://www.127definingmoments.com/#/definingMoments?ti=0 After watching and studying the film, reflect on a defining moment in your life. We often talk about character epiphanies (realizations). Use one or two of Ralston’s quotes as a springboard for your own personal reflection. Write out a response and video tape it. Due Tuesday, October 22nd as well as Journal. (Personal Response Rubric – Thoughts and Ideas/Presentation)
Quotes from Aron Ralston novel, Between a Rock and a Hard Place
“It's me. I chose this. I chose all of this — this rock has been waiting for me my entire life. I’ve been moving towards it my whole life.” “Saying farewell is also a bold and powerful beginning.”
You'll never find your limits until you've gone too far.”
“How would I behave in a situation that caused me to summon the essence of my character? The tragedy inspired me to test myself. I wanted to reveal to myself who I was: the kind of person who died, or the kind of person who overcame circumstances to help himself and others”
“Indeed, it has affirmed my belief that our purpose as spiritual beings is to follow our bliss, seek our passions, and live our lives as
Articles on the film:
2 purposes – to discuss the story /theme, but also, to analyze the film maker’s choices in this movie and to judge (critical) the effect of these choices on the audience http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/film/8223925/127-Hours-Aron-Ralstons-story-of-survival.html http://www.listal.com/viewentry/831887 http://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/127-hours-2010 http://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/media/film/Rough-Cut.html?page=all http://www.adventure-journal.com/2010/11/what-you-should-know-about-aron-ralston/ Personal Response Assignment http://www.127definingmoments.com/#/definingMoments?ti=0 After watching and studying the film, reflect on a defining moment in your life. We often talk about character epiphanies (realizations). Use one or two of Ralston’s quotes as a springboard for your own personal reflection. Write out a response and video tape it. Due Tuesday, October 22nd as well as Journal. (Personal Response Rubric – Thoughts and Ideas/Presentation)
Quotes from Aron Ralston novel, Between a Rock and a Hard Place
“It's me. I chose this. I chose all of this — this rock has been waiting for me my entire life. I’ve been moving towards it my whole life.” “Saying farewell is also a bold and powerful beginning.”
You'll never find your limits until you've gone too far.”
“How would I behave in a situation that caused me to summon the essence of my character? The tragedy inspired me to test myself. I wanted to reveal to myself who I was: the kind of person who died, or the kind of person who overcame circumstances to help himself and others”
“Indeed, it has affirmed my belief that our purpose as spiritual beings is to follow our bliss, seek our passions, and live our lives as