Film Review For better or worse

For better or worse, films can be a powerful way for a society to convey stories and ideas about people, places,
and culture. The film review assignment provides students the opportunity to investigate the ways in which
multicultural behaviors, practices, and ideas are conveyed through film (and through music if that plays an
instrumental role in the film you choose). It also offers a visually appealing way to connect with the course
material on different levels, and deepen an understanding of events, beliefs, and behaviors that will ultimately
play a constructive role in professional practice.
DuVernay, A. (2016). 13th [Film]. Netflix
Write a critical review of the film that analyzes the main themes, action, and takeaways, intelligently discusses
the ways in which the film intersects with course topics, and concludes with a summary that analyzes the value
of the film to the social work
profession.
Describe the film, analyze main themes, action, and takeaways. Answer and describe these components of the
Culturagram assessment.
Intersection of film with strategies for advancing human rights Makes robust connections to identify strategies
for advancing human rights for all through the promotion of social and economic justice. Examine the adaptive
capabilities and the strengths of oppressed groups.
Value of the film to social work and other audiences Shows independent analysis, uses clear examples, and
defend reasoning with direct points and persuasive logic
For better or worse, films can be a powerful way for a society to convey stories and ideas about people, places,
and culture. The film review assignment provides students the opportunity to investigate the ways in which
multicultural behaviors, practices, and ideas are conveyed through film (and through music if that plays an
instrumental role in the film you choose). It also offers a visually appealing way to connect with the course
material on different levels, and deepen an understanding of events, beliefs, and behaviors that will ultimately
play a constructive role in professional practice.