“Happy Valley” scene and the “Barn-Raising” scene. Weir attempts to emphasise the moral of the film which is that the mainstream western society has lost its way as it results to violence and “unclean” values in order to bring peace compared to the Amish‚ who believe there is no such thing as violence used for good and that there is always another way to protect the good. Weir emphasises the moral by demonstrating this distinct idea of the collision of the two cultures and‚ furthermore‚ through the
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with book and Rachel‚ the raising of the barn scene and the ice cream scene. In the opening scene the concept of "individual struggle" is represented in witness. The film begins with an introduction to the Amish. The music is peaceful and harmonious coupled with a montage of a group of Amish people walking through grasslands. A traditional horse and buggy is used to establish their way of life. Rachel represents individual struggle as when her husband dies she becomes a single parents which is hard
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NOTES ON MODULE B‚ WITNESS BY PETER WEIR‚ 1985 Introduction: * Engage in a detailed analysis of a text * Understanding of how the ideas‚ forms and language of a text interact within the text and may affect those responding to it. * Students will need an understanding of film techniques and of the police drama genre. Important aspects to know: * Visual techniquesenhance understanding of characters * Editing techniquescreate suspense‚ establish characters‚ create atmosphere‚ position
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cultures clashing with each other the Amish and The Western Society and a story line of a murder crime. “A big city cop who knows too much...His only evidence: A small boy who’s seen too much”. The main character of this film is Harrison Ford as John Book. Today I will be talking about two of the themes Peter Weir uses in the film ‘Witness’. They are the clash of two worlds and power. The first theme that I would like to speak about is the clash of two worlds ‘The Amish’ and ‘The Western Society’. This
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American society and the Amish community in regional Pennsylvania. While American society is seen as a violent and arrogant group of people‚ whereas the Amish are seen to be a peaceful‚ religious group of people. In this film the Amish perceive the mainstream American society to be called the ‘English’. The reason for this is the Amish originated in England so they believe that anyone else outside their culture is called the ‘English’‚ who if come into contact with Amish culture‚ will bring fear
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understand our patient’s beliefs‚ but it is important to allow our patients to utilize their beliefs in the fullest to encourage the patient to heal physically‚ mentally and spiritually. Christian Perspectives/Components of Care and Healing Many Christians believe that if you live a clean life‚ develop spirituality
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important elements without which life would not exist. Without this life source‚ our bodies would begin to break down. Sores will develop and not heal‚ surgery incisions will not close‚ and burns do not get better. Oxygen is necessary for healing. This is the world of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. II. First‚ I will introduce the hyperbaric chamber; describe oxygen therapy‚ the illness it treats‚ and the side effects. Body I. What is that contraption? Why‚ it is a hyperbaric
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and again to have a positive influence on the health and healing of people. Recognition and incorporation of an individual’s spiritual or religious practices can assist in establishing an environment that is conducive to healing. This paper reviews some of Christianity’s basic beliefs in comparison to three less mainstream faith systems. It will describe each faith’s perspective on healing‚ causes of illness‚ and practices related to healing. In closing‚ the author will summarize her personal beliefs
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toward their daily livings. Among them‚ Amish and Mormons have their own unique ways of living when compared with most other group. First of all‚ living structures are important to both Amish and Mormons‚ yet the social life of the Amish are very different from Mormons. Nowadays‚ the Amish live mostly in Pennsylvania‚ Ohio‚ Indiana‚ and even as far as Ontario Canada; however‚ Mormons live almost everywhere in the world. Unlike Mormons’ modern life‚ the Amish enjoy simple living‚ and wearing plain
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that affects their relationship deeply. Their inability to conform to alternate societies is also a key factor that influences the effectiveness of their relationship‚ along with the fundamental values that underpin their lives. The clash between Amish pacifism and modern American societies attitude towards violence also affects their bond. These components have affected Rachel and John’s ability to have a long-lasting relationship. The clash of cultures is a significant component that results in
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