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what do you think about the casting? which character stuck out to you an why?
I feel that the actor that played Mitch did a wonderful job capturing Mitch's inner conflict and self struggle, he dose things that most people woundn't pick up on just from reading, like showing how much of a difference Morrie had made.

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What does the clothing that the major characters wear say about their personalities? Morrie is close to death and doesn't have strength to do things by himself, so he wears loose clothing so he can be comfortable all day. Mitch wears clothing, such as a suit and tie, to show that he has a professional job.

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What does the clothing that the major characters wear say about their personalities? Morrie is close to death and doesn't have strength to do things by himself, so he wears loose clothing so he can be comfortable all day. Mitch wears clothing, such as a suit and tie, to show that he has a professional job.

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-Hannah Torres

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Q-Do you feel that the actor for Mitch is convincing Mitch? What do you like or not like about Azarias's portrayal of Mitch

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Q-Do you feel that the actor for Mitch is convincing Mitch? What do you like or not like about Azarias's portrayal of Mitch

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I think the actor who plays Mitch (Hank Azarra) does a wonderful job on portraying his character but with some exceptions. In the movie, Mitch is very involved in his work, basically consumed in it, which he is like that in the book as well, yet he seems to enjoy it, while in the book, his job frustrates him. Mitch is workaholic who always seems to be conflicted, but in the movie, he simply seems just awkward and mellow.

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Q: What motivates the major characters? Are their motivations or wants stated outright or revealed over time?
A: Mitch is motivated by Morrie being sick to go and visit him. Also, Mitch's girlfriend, Janine, persuades him to go see Morrie

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Aissa Condori                                                                                                                                                                         Q:What are some of  the strengths and weaknesses of the film version of TwM?                              A: The film version of TwM was true to the book in most aspects. Most of the things that the actors said corresponded to the book. Some of the situations in the movie didn't match up with the book. For example, in the book Mitch and Janine were married, but in the movie they were only dating. Also, in the book Mitch explains that he bought many cars and a house on the hill, yet the movie doesn't show that. Another situation from the book that was changed in the movie was the part in the book where Mitch helps Morrie move from Morrie's wheelchair to the recliner; that event was not shown in the movie.  

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Aissa Condori                                                                                                                                                                         Q:What are some of  the strengths and weaknesses of the film version of TwM?                              A: The film version of TwM was true to the book in most aspects. Most of the things that the actors said corresponded to the book. Some of the situations in the movie didn't match up with the book. For example, in the book Mitch and Janine were married, but in the movie they were only dating. Also, in the book Mitch explains that he bought many cars and a house on the hill, yet the movie doesn't show that. Another situation from the book that was changed in the movie was the part in the book where Mitch helps Morrie move from Morrie's wheelchair to the recliner; that event was not shown in the movie.  

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Does the movie or book draw in more emotions?
I think that the movie drew in more emotions because you had a visual instead of just making it up in your mind.

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Describe any other major themes in this story.

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Describe any other major themes in this story.

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One major theme to take away from the movie and the book are that you shoul not take things in life for granted.

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Q- Which have you preferred so far? The book or the movie?
A- I prefer the book over the movie. The movie has a lot of detail on things like Mitch's relationship and the book has more detail about Morrie's story. I like that in the book you get to hear a little more about what is going on in Morrie's life.

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Q- Thought on Mitch's girlfriends character
- I think her character played a big role in teaching Mitch that there is more to life than work.

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Plot summary of the 1st Part of the story.

At the beginning of the movie it shows Morrie dancing before you hear the narrator (Mitch's) voice state that "The summer of 1994 he started having trouble with his legs," to tell you exactly what time he started to have problems. You're then introduced to Mitch and his chaotic work life along with his unstable relationship with his girlfriend. Mitch finds out about Morrie's condition and describes him as a person to his girlfriend who then tries to convince him to go visit Morrie while he still has time left. Mitch and Morrie soon meet again after 16 years and catch up by Morrie asking about Mitch's home life and relationships. As Mitch starts to visit Morrie more often, the two go over topics like death and family and Mitch observes how Morrie slowly starts to get worse from his condition.

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Q: Is the story of this film unique to American culture or could the story have taken place in another country or setting?
A: It couldn't really take place in another culture because a lot of the things Morrie says are off American culture, such as our culture doesn't really talk about death.

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Q: What aspects of the film worked well?
I thought that the way Morrie and Mitch were portrayed was pretty accurate to what i expected them to look, sound, and act like. THe way Morrie's house and kitchen specifically were also shown just as i had pictured them. Mitch's life is shown more in the film, you get to see what his work is like, and even his personal life which i feel like wasn't really talked about in the article.

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Chloe Luna                              Q- In what ways does the movie depart from the text?

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Chloe Luna                              Q- In what ways does the movie depart from the text?

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A- The movie shows more of Mitch's home life and more and more of what his life is like.

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Q: Analyze the use of music in the movie. How did it enhance the story that the filmmakers were trying to tell?
A: It established a setting, can foreshadow future events, give the film an atmosphere, and can also give meaning to a characters actions.

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Q- How do the settings in the movie portray the mood?

A- The settings in the movie portray mood by giving more feeling and understanding of the movie. The main mood of the book is serious, but at times it can be portrayed as comfortable from the feeling of Morrie speaking to openly and his talks with Mitch. For example, the time shown of Mitch's workplace shows how chaotic his life was at the time, and how much stress he had. When we first see Morrie's house, it is bright and people are smiling, this shows Morrie's good attitude. and the happy or cheerful mood when people are around Morrie.

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What aspects of the film didn't work well?

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What aspects of the film didn't work well?

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I thought the narration didn't work that well with the film.

- Juan Perez

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Hannah Crane                           *Notice where scenes break in the movie. Choose an example and tell us how it builds drama in the movie or makes a point. 

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Hannah Crane                           *Notice where scenes break in the movie. Choose an example and tell us how it builds drama in the movie or makes a point. 

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- At the beginning of the movie, it shows the scene of Morrie dancing and having a good time. Then the scene breaks from the loud, joyful music and cuts to the next scene where it starts showing his signs of ALS while trying to get into his car but not quite making it and falling to the ground. This builds drama in the movie because in the first scene where he's in top shape and dancing. Then when it cuts to the scene of him falling  while trying to get into the car, it kind of starts to show the disease take over and mess up his legs.

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Janine (Mitch's girlfriend) plays a bigger role in this movie then she did in the book. How does she contribute to the movie? Why show more of her?

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Janine (Mitch's girlfriend) plays a bigger role in this movie then she did in the book. How does she contribute to the movie? Why show more of her?

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Janine and Mitch were always fighting about how he was never home and always working when he was home. She contributed to Mitch going and seeing Morrie, because she was the one who convinced him to take time off work to go see Morrie. They show more of her to show the impact she has on Mitch's life.
Josie Carden

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The middle of the story presents ascending difficulties, referred to as complications, which increase the tension and the need for a resolution. Describe one of the story's complications and show how it serves to push the characters toward more intense action

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The middle of the story presents ascending difficulties, referred to as complications, which increase the tension and the need for a resolution. Describe one of the story's complications and show how it serves to push the characters toward more intense action

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After Janine breaks up with Mitch, he goes to Morrie to talk to him about more serious topics, bringing a recorder with him to record their talks. It's a more intense action compared to his original thought of just visiting Morrie one time.
~Mayle G.

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Q:What does the clothing the major characters wear say about their personalities?                                   A: The clothing that Morrie wears through at the movie changes he. He goes from being very casual to wearing baggy old clothes that basically tell us that he is very relaxed and really has nothing to do. What Mitch wears is very dressy clothing. Shirt and tie type of outfits. It shows us that he is very strict and serious about himself and how he looks. He also shows us a type of light side when he wears sweaters when going to visit Morrie.

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Q: How is our attention drawn to particular images? How are particular visual elements used as symbols or metaphors?

A: Our attention seems to be drawn to abnormalities or things we don't have. When we see that people have things we don't, good or bad, we just seem to notice them. One metaphor from the movie is "Morrie was sitting on the tracks with death's locomotive charging towards him." This shows that Morrie's death was approaching quickly. Morrie knew it was coming; he just didn't know exactly when.

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How do settings portray character? What kinds do we see Mitch in as opposed to Morrie and how do they portray their characters?

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How do settings portray character? What kinds do we see Mitch in as opposed to Morrie and how do they portray their characters?

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A: Settings such as quiet places show that the character is shy or places that are lively such as parties show that the character is outgoing and social. Mitch is in a constantly frantic and changing environment, showing that he's a workaholic and busy person. Morrie, on the other hand, can often be seen at social outings or contemplating at home, showing his love of being around others yet still being able to question his and others' position in life. - Danny Lin.

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The movie builds tension by showing all the stress with Mitch's work and wife and life in general.

-Sydney Baldwin

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Answer To Question: What is the Tone of the Film?

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Answer To Question: What is the Tone of the Film?

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I believe that the film is mostly bittersweet in tone.

- Garrett W.

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