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In the movie "Coco", the theme of preserving culture is at its heart. Set during Mexicos vibrant Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration, the story follows a young boy named Miguel who passionatley loves music but faces a family ban on it due to a past tragedy tied to the art. Miguels unwavering love for music sets him on a journey into the enchanting Land of the Dead, where he unravels the signifance of preserving his cultral heritage. The flim beautfilly portrays Dia de los Murtos as a time for families to pay tribute to their ancestors through oftrndas and shared stories. Miguels exploration of his familys history and his pursuit of mixing his musical passion with hhis cultural roots emphasize the importance of safeguarding traditions, underlining how cultural preservation serves as a bridge connecting past and future generations.

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"Man in the Mirror" by Michael Jackson doesn't explicitly discuss the need to preserve culture, but it carries a broader message about personal and societal changes that can be related to the preservation of cultural identity. The song encourages self-reflection and personal responsibility for creating a better world. In the context of culture, it underscores the importance of individuals recognizing their role in preserving cultural heritage, traditions, and values. By looking inward and striving for positive change within oneself, people can contribute to the preservation of their cultural roots and ensure these values are passed on to future generations. While the song's primary focus is one self-improvement and societal change, its themes of introspection and personal responsibility can be seen as part of a broader narrativ e of cultural preservation.

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"You just dont undertand," she said, "your heritage"(Walker 42).
"These are all pieces of dresses Grandma used to wear," Maggie explained (Walker 44).

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"Everyday Use" By Alice Walker is a poignant short story that delves into the complexties of heritage and cultural identity within an African-American family. Narrated by Mama, a strong-willed women deeply connected to her cultral roots, the narrative unfolds as her two daughters, Dee and Maggie, return home. Dee, now adopting the name "Wangero," arrives with a newfound interest in her African heritage, aiming to claim family heirlooms, particulary handmade quilts, as art pieces. In contrast, Maggie embodies a more authentic connection to her familys tradtions, evdenced by her upbringing and the scars she carries from a past house fire. The story reaches its climax during a confrontation over the quilts, symbolizing the broader theme of cultrual authenticty versus superficality. Mams choice to give the quilts to Maggie signifies an ackowledgment of Maggies genuine appreacition for their heritage, while Deesa fixation on the quilts as objects highlights her detachment from cultral roots.

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" I have often been awakened at the dawn of the day by the most heart-rending shrieks of an own aunt of mine, whom he used to tie up to a joist, and whip upon her naked back till she was covered in blood." (Douglass 12)
" I assert unhesitatingly, that the religion of the south is a mere covering for the most horrid crimes,- a justifier of the most appaling barbarity,- a sanctifier of the most hateful frauds,- and a dark shelter under, which the darkest, foulest, grossest, and most infernal deeds of slaveholders find the strongest protection."( Douglass 76)

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" I have often been awakened at the dawn of day by most heart-rending shrieks of an own aunt of mine, whom he used to tie up to a joist, and whip upon her naked back till she was covered with blood." (Douglas 12)
"I assert most unhesitatingly, that the religion of the south is a mere covering for the most horrid crimes, the -a justifier of the most appaling barbarity, -a sanctifier of the most hateful frauds,-and a dark, shelter under, which the darkest, foulest, grossest, and most infernal deeds of slaveholders find the strongest protection."(Douglas 76)

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" The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, and American Slave" is an autobiographical account that tells Frederick Douglass's remarkable journey from enslavement to freedom. Douglass vividly recounts the horrors of his early life as a slave in Maryland, the brutal physical and psychological abuses he endured, and his relentless pursuit of knowledge, which ultimately led to his escape to the North. His narrative serves not only as a personal story of oppression but also as a powerful indictment of slavery itself. Douglass exposes the dehumanizing effects of slavery on both enslaved individuals and their oppressors, making a case for its abolition. His narrative stands as a testament to the spirt of human resilience, the power of education, and the commitment to justice.

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Narative of the life of Frederick Douglass, and American Slave by Himself

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" My Big Fat Greek Wedding, "Everday Use by Alice Walker, and Frederick Douglass's narrative addresses the theme of cultural preservation and the complexities surrounding the preservation of one cultural identity in various contexts. In the flim, Toulas Greek-American family grapples with interplay between Greek tradtions and American Traditions. Similarly, "Everyday Use" explores the tension between preserving African-American heritage, as represnted by the quilts. Meanwhile, Douglass narrative chronicles his journey to assert his African heritage and personal identity amid the horrors of slavery, demonstrating the profounbd resilience required to preserve ones cultral roots. Together, these texts shed light on the multifaced nature of cultral preservation.

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What additional books, podcasts, movies, television shows, or songs have I read, viewed, or listened to that discuss the need to preserve culture? 

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What additional books, podcasts, movies, television shows, or songs have I read, viewed, or listened to that discuss the need to preserve culture? 