I believe 'SpongeBob SquarePants' is one of the best cartoons ever, especially for the first 3 or 4 seasons. I don't think I really need to explain why it got worse after a while as there are several videos about why it went downhill on YouTube. The gist of those videos is that the late Stephen Hillenburg and some from the first three seasons left the show, and then new writers came in and that's where the show lost its...
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In the movie âMillion Dollar Babyâ, the primary ethical dilemma was the act of euthanasia. Maggie, a famous female boxer, became paralyzed following an injury sustained during a match with the champion of womenâs boxing. Eventually, she decided to commit assisted suicide so that she would be out of her misery and remember the good times she had in life and when boxing. The ethical theory of care-based ethics seems most relevant in this film because of the fact that...
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Censorship has a long history. Already in church music dating back to the 18th century, which was created to complement worship, it is possible to find evidence of music control. If religious habits were changed, such as in England during the Reformation or in revolutionary France, music that was contrary to the new order disappeared and was no longer played. In a society dominated by a monarch or a strong totalitarian organization, the supreme person also determines which pieces of...
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In BBCâs âSherlockâ, Sherlock Holmes is portrayed as a âhigh functioning sociopathâ who considers himself married to his work and despises working with others. After John Watson returns from war and needs a roommate, the two meet each other and decide to room together. Once Sherlock asks John to accompany him on a case, they become partners: Sherlock is the consulting detective and John is the blogger of the cases. Throughout their many adventures together, Sherlock seems to have growing...
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Thesis Statement Norman R. Yetman in Voices from Slavery: 100 Authentic Slave Narratives says âthe view that slavery could be best described by those who had themselves experienced itâ. As per his statement slave experience has found expression in a voluminous number during the 19th century. Over 6,000 commentaries, autobiographies, narratives, and interviews with those who had endured have been published to seek the attention of the public. Although most of these accounts appeared prior to the Civil War, about...
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Stories as therapy: Bibliotherapy Topic: Suffering Book: 12 Years a Slave Author: Solomon Northup Published in the year 1853 Summary At the beginning of the story, we can see that Solomon before being captive was a free man. He was born in July 1808. His father was a slave who has been liberated upon his masterâs death. His childhood was spent mainly on his farm and also was educated and even played violin. He was happily married to Anne Hampton,...
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My Interpretation of Enslaved Individual's Experiences There are many paintings and documents from people and their experiences during the time of slavery. In the documents provided to me, there have been several experiences told by enslaved individuals who are housemaids, and field workers, as well as a free man who was captured in New York and then sold into slavery. In the following, I am going to analyze and interpret how these enslaved individuals depicted in the documents viewed whites...
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Maya Angelo once said âYou canât really know where you are going unit you know where you have beenâ That quote is powerful because it shows the connection between the past, present, and future. Every person that walks this earth is a reflection of their past. However, sometimes thereâs a contradiction when someoneâs past is not always important to the next person as it may be to them. In the story â12 Years A Slaveâ by Solomon Northup one can...
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The first film to be looked at is the Academy Award-winning film, 12 Years a Slave by black British director, Steve McQueen. The story is a biographical period drama that adapted Solomon Northupâs slave memoir of 1853, titled Twelve Years a Slave. The film follows Solomon Northup, who was a New York State-born free African American man. Northup is tricked into taking a âjobâ opportunity, offered by two white men, Brown and Hamilton. He is then kidnapped in Washington D.C...
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Twelve Years a Slave, distributed in 1853, uncovers Solomon Northup's way to a possible departure from subjection, in the wake of confronting gigantic, stunning encounters. His terrible story decides us to observe the battles, distresses, and desires of dark individuals, as they continue looking for opportunity. The sort of 'terrible ' enthusiastic status that the primary characters achieved represents the severe social request of the South. As a slave account, Solomon Northup's admission isn't significant just for what it imparts...
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The motion picture opens with a gathering of slaves accepting directions on cutting sugar sticks. A man sits lazily on a wagon of pure sugar cane stick root, watching the men work. The scene moves to a gathering of shacks. The slaves are eating. Solomon Northup sees the dull juice of blackberries and it gives him an idea to make ink and a plume. Lamentably, the plan comes up short. The juice is too thin. Afterward, in the swarmed slave...
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Slavery in America around the 1850s was about half free states and half slave states. Even free african americans were treated differently and relationships varied since there is still racism present whether slavery was allowed or not. Relationships definitely varied and were affected by slavery. Before the Reconstruction which took place after the Civil War, many slaves began to acquire their freedom by many things, including escaping plantations, buying their freedom, or being granted freedom from their former owners. Once...
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12 Years is a memoir that was published in 1853 and coauthored by Solomon Northup and David Wilson who intended to record Solomon's experiences between 1841 and 1853 as a Slave in the Southern States of America. Solomon's father was released from slavery when his master died, this enabled Solomon to live in freedom as a farmer and a violinist with his family. Like many black men, he was kidnapped and spent twelve years in slavery, before being set free...
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McQueen exquisitely showcases how oppression and racism were motives behind the atrocities of slavery while giving his audience a platform to engage and connect with the astounding story being told. One of the most graphic and painful scenes in the movie is when Northup is hung from a tree after a confrontation with Tibeats. Northup is left on the tree for countless hours and his feet barely touch the mud. The amount of physical and psychological torture slaves had to...
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Introduction 'The Notebook,' directed by Nick Cassavetes, is a renowned romantic drama that has captivated audiences with its poignant storytelling and timeless themes of love and memory. Set in the 1940s, the film explores the enduring bond between Noah Calhoun and Allie Hamilton as they navigate the complexities of their relationship and the challenges imposed by societal expectations. This critical essay delves into the various elements of 'The Notebook,' including its narrative structure, character development, and thematic depth, to provide...
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Introduction In the classic short story "The Monkey's Paw" by W.W. Jacobs, the element of foreshadowing plays a crucial role in building suspense and foretelling the tragic events that unfold. Through carefully crafted hints and subtle clues, the author masterfully guides the readers' expectations and sets the stage for the haunting consequences of the fateful monkey's paw. This essay will explore the various instances of foreshadowing in the story and analyze their significance in creating an atmosphere of impending doom....
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Squidward Tentacles, one of the central characters in the popular animated series "SpongeBob SquarePants," is often portrayed as the grumpy and frustrated neighbor of the show's protagonist, SpongeBob. However, a deeper analysis of Squidward reveals a complex and multifaceted character who elicits both sympathy and intrigue. From the surface, Squidward appears as a cynical and joyless character, constantly annoyed by the cheerful antics of SpongeBob and his friend, Patrick. His dry wit and sarcastic remarks often make him the target...
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Introduction Music plays a significant role in shaping culture, expressing emotions, and providing entertainment to people around the world. However, as society evolves and new challenges emerge, the question arises: Should musicians change their tune? This essay will argue that musicians have a social responsibility to address pressing issues and use their platform to promote positive change. It will explore the potential impact of musicians' messages, the power of their influence, and the ethical obligations they have towards their audience...
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Introduction "12 Years a Slave," directed by Steve McQueen and based on the autobiography of Solomon Northup, is a powerful and harrowing portrayal of slavery in America. The film raises significant ethical questions and prompts viewers to reflect on the moral implications of slavery and the actions of individuals involved. This essay will analyze the ethical dimensions depicted in '12 Years a Slave,' exploring the themes of human dignity, moral responsibility, and the complexities of complicity. Human Dignity The central...
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Not long ago when I was in primary school, there was a young Asian boy sitting by himself. He was not annoying or causing harm to anyone, although surrounding him were a crowd of white boys who were stretching the sides of their face to make their eyes thinner as well as making sounds such as âching chongâ in which they were offensively imitating the Asian boyâs language. On the other side of the playground, I saw a young white...
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The primary themes in âUprisingâ are not that far from the albumâs title. The album focuses on black unity and Rastafarian spirituality. Given the fact that all the songs were written by Bob Marley himself, it is not surprising that these two themes are prominent in the album, as they often featured in his songs. However, in âUprisingâ, Marley explores them to the fullest. Listening to some of the songs in the album, particularly âRedemption Songâ, one feels that Marley...
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Bob Marly was a famous Rastafarian from Jamaica who used his music to convey political messages to the world. âRedemption Songâ was the last poem he wrote in 1980 before he passed on. I will discuss how the history of slavery is relevant to understand this poem and how Marcus Garveyâs ideas are the central message in the poem and how deeply religious Bob Marley was. In this essay I will show how Bob Marleyâs âRedemption Songâ is a political...
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Bea, a struggling widow who sells maple syrup to support herself and Jessie, her daughter. Bea Pullman and her daughter Jessie have had a hard time making ends meet since Bea's husband died. When Delilah, an African American woman, shows up at Bea's door, mistakenly thinking it's the address of a potential housekeeping job, a life-long relationship begins to develop. Delilah and her light-complexion daughter named Peola, move in with Bea and Jessie, with Delilah being a housekeeper in exchange...
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The feminine characters created by Almodovar are not mere inventions, they are constructed and inspired by the memory of his childhood surroundings and conversations overheard in his infancy between his mother, his sisters his grandmother and his neighbors. His infancy, his childhood and his youth were highly influenced by the women surrounding him. The purpose of this essay is to discuss the importance of the roles of both motherhood and sisterhood within Almodovarâs film âVolverâ. Almodovarâs filmography always revolves around...
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As a child, I remember being engulfed in the many diverse and colorful sounds of jazz, rock & roll, country, Afro-Cuban/Latin, Afrobeat, and reggae. However, out of the superabundance of music that I was being fed, the positive vibrations of one genre infused itself with my being: reggae. I was probably born with the hunger for music, but after I listened to Bob Marleyâs album âLegendâ, I grew a thirst for rhetoric. Yes, my mother holds my entire house down,...
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Robert Nesta Marley, popularly known for his stage name Bob Marley, was a famous Jamaican musician. He was born on February 6th, 1945. At the age of 14, he left his hometown, Saint Ann, and moved to Kingston to pursue his music career. While living in Kingston, Jamaica, he joined a religion called Rastafarianism. Rastafarianism is an Africa-centered religion which developed in Jamaica in the 1930s. In 1963, Bob Marley created a group called âThe Wailersâ. The group was influenced...
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For this biography assignment I chose the book âSo Much Things to Say: The Oral History of Bob Marleyâ by Roger Steffens. Roger Steffens goes on a unique approach to the book by interviewing 75 people Bob Marley knew. These such people included lovers, friends, and relatives. Born on February 6th, 1945, Marley was the child of Norval Marley and Cedella Marley. Abandoned by his father, a white government overseer who raped a young girl, Marley was often called white...
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