Remember the Titans

Cultural Differences in Remember the Titans Michelle Senese Georgian Court University Remember the Titans is a film based on a true story about the integration of an all Black school into an all White school in the 1970’s in Alexandria, Virginia. When the school board decides to make an African American man head coach of the football team, tensions rise between the White students and the Black students, as well as the members of the community. There are many examples of cultural differences…

Final Racism has been around for a long time. People judge others on the colour of their skin. This has affected a lot of people over the years. These three texts convey the theme of racism very strongly. The first text we studied was called remember the titans this is a story about a football team in an integrated school. The next text was called Changes, in this rap Tupac conveys his point that nothing is changing and how racism is affecting him. The final text is 12 Years A Slave. This is a…

journalist for The New York Times, wrote a film review of the movie, “Remember the Titans”. His article, “How the Goal Line Came to Replace the Color Line,” presents a short but detailed analysis of the sport centered movie. “How the Goal Line Came to Replace the Color Line” is an article that is meant for everyone, regardless of race. In fact, Scott implores that viewers of all races will be infused with pride after viewing “Remember the Titans” because it makes viewers reminiscent of great…

"Remember the Titans" showed you how rough things were in this time. Also how so many people weren't accepted and how difficult it was to be black. They faced so much hate that it seemed like it would've been almost impossible to live a normal life. This movie also shows you the struggles you have to go through to get to victory and success, and how true friendship could form if you just give others a chance. In the film "Remember the Titans", Coach Boone showed great deals of leadership. By…

because he doesn’t make Henry regret his decision. James performs very well against Harvard university and it his emotional debate that ensures that the team is victorious. He steps up when he is called upon on and is able to lead team. In remember the Titans, leadership is portrayed throughout the film. One key moment of this leadership portrayal is shown through Julius at the state championship game. At halftime the team is losing and coach Boone speech to them was to basically prepare them…

is a word that sums up any and all forms of judgement, something that is apparent throughout history. Whether it is the racism in ‘Remember the Titans,’ the sexism in ‘Romeo and Juliet,’ judgement in ‘On the Sidewalk Bleeding,’ or discrimination in ‘The Butler,’ prejudice is the one word that sums up these behaviours. Throughout most of the movie, ‘Remember the Titans,’ Boaz Yakin shows the theme of prejudice. Prejudice, which is shown through racism and judgement. It is set…

movies that do make an impression are those that inspire, encourage and motivate us to go beyond ourselves. These movies touch us, emotionally and intellectually. Three movies I found inspiring are The First Wives Club, Pay it Forward, and Remember the Titans. The First Wives Club is one of my favorite movies. I found the way these women stood together and made their vision a reality very inspiring. The four of them reunited at a wake for a fellow classmate who committed suicide after…

Sports is a big aspect of high school life, especially the sport of football. The films The Blind Side, Remember the Titans, and Friday Night Lights, all revolve around the sport of football and how it manages to change the lives of the athletes. Among these films, the main themes I will focus on will be on the impact of being in a team and the influence an authority figure has on the athletes’ lives. I will begin with examining the theme of being a part of a sports team and how much growth it…

themes including great battles and strange birth stories. I relate to these themes because I have had experiences in my life that mimic those of the Gods in myth. A well-known battle in Greek mythology is the Titanomachy, a 10 year war between the Titans and the Olympians. I watched my cousin fight her own battle, against cancer. Greek myth always includes a unique tale of birth. A perfect example is the story of Zeus. Zeus’ father Cronus ate all of his kids as his wife Rhea birthed them. Rhea…

The Titans may be one of the most powerful group of Greek hero’s, not only coming from the Golden Age, but any time period. That is exactly what the name means, “They were immortal giants of incredible strength and knowledge of old religion rituals and magic”. They were also known as the Elder Gods and came from Mount Othrys (“The Titans”, 2016). So why not name a football team the Titans? Whether it is a professional, college, high school or any level of competition having an intimidating name…