She Hate Me

Hello,

This is for the Monday class, the Tuesday class, and the Friday 12-2 class.

Tuesday, 03/06: We'll have class in room 108!

Monday, 09/06: We'll have class in the language lab, 208

Friday: We're still working on that one... 

This week we'll be watching She Hate Me (2004; Directed by Spike Lee).  This ambitious movie deals with everything from corruption in corporate America, whistle-blowing,the history of corruption in Washington, same-sex couples starting families, affirmative action, the "stud" stereotype of the African-American male... the list goes on.  

Here are the optional assignments to accompany She Hate Me:

After watching the film (we'll watch the second half next week), read this review by Roger Ebert (click here to get read the article).  Then, choose an assignment-

1.) Write a review of Ebert's review.  Do you agree with him?  What makes this movie good/bad?  What is the main idea?  Is there a moral?  You should quote the article in your paper, and address the specifics of Ebert's review.  No more than 500 words! Due before winter break via email.

2.) Write a critical essay about the film focusing whatever themes, ideas, images, characters, etc. that you feel are worth writing about.  You can write about anything having to do with the movie.  You can even write about why you hate it. No more than 500 words!  Due before winter break via email.

This is your opportunity to practice academic writing, prepare for your exams, and get commentary on your work.  If you don't like either assignment and would rather do something else to help yourself, let's discuss alternatives.  

Thanks guys,

Kristal