2. What characters do you “recognize” from you own life experience? Are there people you have met who have similar personas, beliefs or actions? Explain.…
The movie I chose is Steel Magnolias; the character is Shelby. The movie begins on Shelby’s wedding day to Jackson Latcherie. Shelby is the only daughter of M’Lynn and Drum Eatenton; and has two younger brothers, Tommy and Jonathan. M’Lynn is very protective of Shelby because she is a diabetic and has had fragile health since childhood. Shelby appears in the movie in early adulthood; the movie does not address Shelby’s progression from stages one thru five. She is introduced to the viewers in Erikson’s sixth stage of psycho-social development, Intimacy vs. Isolation. This stage of development focuses on forming intimate loving relationships leading to long- term commitment with someone other than a family member (McLeod, 2008). Shelby’s primary concern, after marriage, is starting a family of her own; this progresses Shelby to Erikson’s seventh stage, Generativity vs.…
When does a person go from a stranger to a best friend? Professor McAdams (1995) has conjured up two imperative levels to distinguish relationships. In the movie Sweet Home Alabama (2002), Melanie Smooter/Carmichael, displays these two imperative levels. Melanie lived a double life from the Civil Wars reenactment daughter to a big city fashion designer. The beautiful, insecure character has her brain all over the place. In her new life she is full of openness, but back home she’s known around town for having high levels of extroversion. The Big Five traits make up the level of dispositional traits with conscientiousness, openness, extraversion, neuroticism, and agreeableness (McAdams, 1995). Level one could be a beginner level or a stranger…
In A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith, Francie and Neeley Nolan are children growing up during the early 1900’s. The brother and sister have to learn how to survive on bread crumbs (literally), and make the most of what they do own. Francie is the main character of the novel, and from the very beginning, the readers can grasp the independence that inhibits Francie from a young age, unlike Neeley who is very dependent on his parents (especially Katie, his mother) to help him get along. When Neeley and Francie are together, Neeley’s dependence brings out Francies individualistic way of thinking, ultimately providing evidence for the end of Francie’s coming-of-age tale.…
The character I chose is Jess. In the movie Bend it Like Beckham, she is faced with many cultures. These cultures pull her mind in two conflicting directions. On the one hand, she wants to play soccer, but, on the other hand, she wants to please her family. The movie follows her internal and external conflicts, as she struggles to make a decision regarding her life.…
I am not alike this character in many ways. I don’t have any little brothers with disabilities, or little brothers at all. Nor do I want to suffocate them with a pillow. I’m not embarrassed of my brothers, for any type of reason. I don’t call my brothers names, so people don't expect much from them. I don’t think they’re a let down, they’re quite great, intelligent, and impressive people. Of course this character is a very round character, from the beginning to the end of the story the change quite a bit. I definitely relate to the character at the end of the story, but hardly at all in the beginning.…
I can identify with the character when: Star Girl and I have many things in common. One of the examples is that I babysit my five year old cousin, like Star Girl babysits Dootsie.…
Anyone who has ever attended high school can instantly relate to the word “Bully”, whether its memories of being bullied by someone or being the bully yourself. Everyone knows to look out for him, but for the most part, once you have been picked to be the one being bullied, you might as well paint a bull’s-eye on your back. John Bender’s character does precisely that, he’s not exactly friendly with everyone else in the group, but his main target throughout the movie is Claire. The “popular girl” is John’s favorite target because of her lifestyle and upbringing, which reminds him of all the things that are wrong with his life. While picking on Claire, at times he shows some feelings for her but they are mixed in with his general angst towards her. Even with the anger and constant rude remarks towards Claire, John’s character finally “heals” to portray his real feelings towards her in the end.…
I happened to have similar character traits to a few fictional characters. Dr. Gregory House from the T.V. show House is one of them. He has a strong personality and is known for his rough criticism and brutal honesty. I relate to him because I’m also honest. In my world, I’d rather be honest and hurt people’s feelings, than to lie to them straight to their face and let people make a fool out of themselves.…
Have you ever found a character, maybe in a tv show, or book, that you can relate to the most (especially by a landslide)? Some people could say yes to the moon and back, while some people have never related that much to a character in their life. For me, I’m more of the former, and I found a character to relate to in To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee; Scout Finch. To explain, Scout and I take longer than others to understand things, which could cause frustration in others (mainly peers), and we’re both put under at least some pressure to be more “lady-like”. There’s other similarities too, but they’re either not as significant or I couldn’t find as much quotes to support them.…
“Anyone who has achieved excellence in any form knows that it comes as a result of ceaseless concentration’ (GoodReads). Louise Brooks was an inspirational figure in the Jazz Age. Due to being an extraordinary film star and dancer, along with an unique personality. She influenced many women in this era; by being one of the most well known flappers in the 1920’s. She helped define the flapper by “Her sleek and smooth looks, with her signature bob haircut”. On the outside, one would think that her life was perfect. Although she grew up wealthy, she begged for attention from her parents. Her father, Leonard Brooks was a successful lawyer, and was always on the move. While her mother, Myra Rude was a great pianist and gave very little to her children. Although there were several events that changed her life, the most critical events that shaped Louise Brooks life were being sexaully assualted, moving to New York, and her life after film.…
If I had to pick a character that is like me it would be Danny Saunders because he like to read a lot and he play sports. He also is a very special talented kid like me. Danny has a very special gift just like I do me and Danny Saunders both have photogenic memory.…
The character that I identify with most would be Paul Rusesabagina. Paul Rusesabagina was the manager of a Rwandan hotel called the Milles Collines. He tells his story about the genocide in Rwanda during 1994. I picked Mr. Rusesabagina because it is his autobiography and he is telling the story. Also, it’s easy for me to see how the simply rules of being hospitable can save the day.…
Julia Child: In 1941, at the onset of World War II, I moved to Washington, D.C., where I volunteered as a research assistant for the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), a newly formed government intelligence agency. In this position, I played a key role in the communication of top-secret documents between U.S. government officials and their intelligence officers. My colleagues and I were sent on assignments around the world, holding posts in Washington, D.C., Kumming, China; and Colombo, Sri Lanka. In 1945, while in Sri Lanka, This is where I began a relationship with fellow OSS employee Paul Child. Me: How come after World War II, did you and your husband Paul move to Paris, France?…
Who ever thought a detention can bring so many experiences? During the Breakfast club, Andrew Clarke and Bryan Johnson have shown characteristics that are very similar to me. While John Bender has shown characteristics and personalities that are complete opposite to my personality. I relate to Andrew Clarke’s characteristics because he is an athlete, respectful to others and gets easily angered in which is what I am since I am also an athlete, respectful to others and get angry easily. I also relate to Bryan Johnson characteristics because he is smart, obedient, and he is a peacekeeper to others and I am also smart in school, I am obedient and a peacekeeper to others. Finally, John Bender is a know it all, has no motivation and a loud mouth and I have motivation for my work and I am not a loud mouth.…