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    The Movie fence takes place within the early 1950s‚ which was to be a period of an atypical family. Meaning the men went out to work and the women stayed at home tending to the domestic duties. During this period of time the struggle of racial discrimination had exist and played a role onto to the main characters of the film. Through the film it showed that African Americans were both often incarnated‚ out of jobs‚ only can obtain low wage jobs‚ and couldn’t assimilate with the rest of the community

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    There are many film techniques used to create atmosphere and to express ideologies and discourses. The film Rabbit Proof Fence (RPF) is a riveting film‚ which has represented the cultural identity of Australia. Atmosphere is conveyed right from the very beginning. The mood between the aboriginal family is very relaxed‚ they are happy carefree‚ harmoniess and secure and strong and in power. Film techniques help convey this message by using undershots of the family and and close ups of their happy

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    In the poem‚ “Fences‚” Troy is someone who doesn’t care what anyone says about him. He’s his own person and he likes to be open about his problems. I think that Troy is someone who is polite‚ nice‚ and somewhat thinks he knows it all. Troy doesn’t care if his wife‚ Rose‚ doesn’t want to hear about death. When Troy talked about death‚ he was telling his friend‚ Bono‚ and his wife‚ Rose‚ that everyone dies at some point in life. When Troy’s son‚ Lyons‚ comes over‚ he asks for money but Troy doesn’t

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    the point that alienation with culture will influence one’s understanding of their identity was illustrated. One’s identity is build up by where and whom he belongs to. This is conveyed through the extraordinary journey revealed in “Rabbit-Proof Fence” by Philip Noyce where he demonstrated his idea that one’s understanding of their identity can arise from where they belong and who they belongs to. Also the emotional poem “Postcard” by Peter Skrzynecki also suggests a similar idea that one’s identity

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    Rabbit-Proof Fence * How do the filmmakers begin the film and engage us in the story and at the beginning of the film what do you think you are seeing at first? The Australian film based on the true story about “The Stolen Generation” titled “Rabbit-Proof Fence” begins with a brief written summary about the Australian Aborigines Act of 1931. This historical information is just enough to really grasp the viewer’s curiosity before moving on to what is initially‚ the unidentifiable aerial footage

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    the concept of belonging and yourself leads to preventing your identity‚ relationships‚ acceptance and ultimately belonging. The concept of the understanding of belonging is shown in my three texts: Swallow the air – Tara Jane Winch‚ Rabbit Proof Fence – Phillip Noyce and So Much to Tell You – John Marsden. STA In Swallow the Air‚ persona May Gibson shows a lack of understanding in herself and therefore feels she does not belong. As soon as her mum commits suicide at the beginning of the novel

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    Clark’s play “Whose Life Is It Anyway?” goes on an inner challenge as he tries to convince the hospital authorities to allow him to leave the hospital and die with dignity. Likewise‚ three young Aboriginal girls in Phillip Noyce’s film‚ “Rabbit-Proof Fence”‚ not only undergo a tough physical challenge in order to achieve their ultimate destination – their home!‚ but also learn about their inner selves throughout that challengeable journey. Similarly‚ the persona of Margaret Atwood’s poem‚ “Journey to

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    Throughout a piece of literature‚ the reader learns the theme of the writing by the many elements put forth by the author. The title‚ the characters‚ and their conflicts can set the overall theme of the writing. The play Fences by August Wilson has multiple themes but one that stands out is the theme of a person’s journey to overcome struggle. The theme can be interpreted by the reader through its main character Troy. Troy grew up in a different world than we live in today. A world filled with segregation

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    dog fence and what will it give your pup? These kinds of fence systems are also called pet containment systems. They offer a wonderful option to a traditional fence bordering your house and lawn. They either incorporate some sort of wireless transmitter‚ or an electric powered line which is buried around the perimeter of your home. Together with correct training‚ these types of devices lay claim to be a perfect option to the effort and tremendous expense it requires to put in a standard fence. A particular

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    In August Wilson’s Fences the audience is given an in depth look at the Maxson family and their struggle to live as an African American family in the 1950’s. Troy Maxson‚ the father and story protagonist‚ tries to lead his family to survival in a world where the color of their skin is their biggest hindrance. The previous summary is an extremely superficial take-away from Fences‚ and Wilson used this prejudice to drive the real theme to the audience. Fellow playwright and drama critic Suzan Lori-Parks

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