Culture Food Film Discussion
I watched a movie called Gran Torino. I was fascinated by the drastic difference between the Hmong culture and the standard white American culture. When Walt’s (played by Clint Eastwood) wife dies, he is left all alone with just his dog. His sons suggest him to move to an old age home, but he denies because he knows that his sons are eyeing his property. On the other hand, the Hmong family next door has their grandmother at their home at all times, and she is the most respected person of the house. This shows how the Hmong value their family, especially extended family, even after they come to America. Whereas, in the American culture, most of the families break up when the children turn 18, and move out. Also,
I watched a movie called Gran Torino. I was fascinated by the drastic difference between the Hmong culture and the standard white American culture. When Walt’s (played by Clint Eastwood) wife dies, he is left all alone with just his dog. His sons suggest him to move to an old age home, but he denies because he knows that his sons are eyeing his property. On the other hand, the Hmong family next door has their grandmother at their home at all times, and she is the most respected person of the house. This shows how the Hmong value their family, especially extended family, even after they come to America. Whereas, in the American culture, most of the families break up when the children turn 18, and move out. Also,