My proffessors were out of town for a convention; hence, it was a very petix third week of August we had. Attended only two classes -- an hour each last Wednesday and Friday for Eng104, and that's not even a major subject. Was taking a breather, spending most of my time with Twitter and Blogspot, until I got the bad news last Thursday: we have shitload of stuff to do due the Monday after (tomorrow, that is) . [We are to] watch three movies, make a reaction paper for all of 'em, read three chapters of our book for a really long quiz and [I] have a report to finish. Looking for copies of the old films was a major hassle, imagine making a review for each? Bummer.
Here's what I've racked up so far: Coach Carter. Watched it at around 4AM, feeling all groggy and tired after a long day at school. On the brighter side, Channing Tatum was part of the cast and that kept me awake.
Here's what I've racked up so far: Coach Carter. Watched it at around 4AM, feeling all groggy and tired after a long day at school. On the brighter side, Channing Tatum was part of the cast and that kept me awake.
Coach Carter is a true story based on Ken Carter's coaching experience at Richmond High School. When he was hired to be the team's coach, the Oilers haven't been doing well both in basketball and their academics. Carter changed everything with the way he fostered his team -- developing them into individuals who aren't just good at their sport, but can also handle challenges the "big world" has to offer them. He did this by imposing rules, as per the contract he had the students sign, which includes proper dress code, good grades, and respectful behavior. Some people didn't agree with his morals and values, thinking he was doing too much especially when he locked out the gymnasium in spite an important game (this really raised a lot eyebrows and became a national controversy), but Carter fought to keep his method, with the desire to stretch the boundaries for his team member's, both in the aspect of the body and the mind.
The first concept of the film I would like to expound on is the significance of teamwork. It shows how cooperation and working together is of vital importance in a team's victory. As said by Aesop, "In union there is strength." For example, a piece of log can create a small fire, but adding a few more pieces will produce a bigger flame, giving more light and warmth. I believe that in general aspects of life and not only in basketball, when we are united and driven by one force, we are likely to accomplish our goals.
Another key concept of the film is leadership where the importance of education comes in – which is to my opinion, the most substantial idea of the movie. It was pretty evident that Carter was a strict leader, however, a good and effective one. Why? Because he's not just thinking of himself, of his success; rather, he's thinking of what's good for his players, of how their future lives will be -- that to me is one the best traits any teacher could have. And after all, the main purpose of being an educator is to mold their students into industrious individuals, contributing to the up-growth of our nation. I must say, I commend the way Carter made education his top priority. This gives out a message to everyone that the finest treasure a person can inherit is education. I also like the way the director included some of the issues in our society throughout the film, such as drugs and teenage pregnancy. However, there were some scenes that depicted an anti-life attitude, when one of the cast members had her baby aborted. On the whole, the message of the film is positive.
Coach Carter is, without a doubt, an inspiring story of how a person is committed to bring a better future for young people. It depicts the worth of learning and discipline as requirement to achieve success in life, not only in sports. The film really inflamed my desire to do good in school and value education more than anything else in the world, because this is all I can bring with me when I have nothing else left.
One down, two to go. Keri!
Staying positive,
Pia
The first concept of the film I would like to expound on is the significance of teamwork. It shows how cooperation and working together is of vital importance in a team's victory. As said by Aesop, "In union there is strength." For example, a piece of log can create a small fire, but adding a few more pieces will produce a bigger flame, giving more light and warmth. I believe that in general aspects of life and not only in basketball, when we are united and driven by one force, we are likely to accomplish our goals.
Another key concept of the film is leadership where the importance of education comes in – which is to my opinion, the most substantial idea of the movie. It was pretty evident that Carter was a strict leader, however, a good and effective one. Why? Because he's not just thinking of himself, of his success; rather, he's thinking of what's good for his players, of how their future lives will be -- that to me is one the best traits any teacher could have. And after all, the main purpose of being an educator is to mold their students into industrious individuals, contributing to the up-growth of our nation. I must say, I commend the way Carter made education his top priority. This gives out a message to everyone that the finest treasure a person can inherit is education. I also like the way the director included some of the issues in our society throughout the film, such as drugs and teenage pregnancy. However, there were some scenes that depicted an anti-life attitude, when one of the cast members had her baby aborted. On the whole, the message of the film is positive.
Coach Carter is, without a doubt, an inspiring story of how a person is committed to bring a better future for young people. It depicts the worth of learning and discipline as requirement to achieve success in life, not only in sports. The film really inflamed my desire to do good in school and value education more than anything else in the world, because this is all I can bring with me when I have nothing else left.
One down, two to go. Keri!
Staying positive,
Pia
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