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One scene that really got across how ingrained racism was, was when Tunker hears that Sissy made the police officer apologize to Odessa. He says, "That's plain old wrong." Sissy responds, "I know what is right and what is wrong." She goes on to tell him that she will not tolerate anyone, including Tunker, tell her what is right, and what is wrong. This scene is one of the first examples of Sissy's conviction and strong moral base, that will enable her to stand up to her own husband, and the rest of the racist socialites that surround her. When her husband orders her to stop giving rides to Odessa, he describes how ridiculous his wife's notion that she is close with their maid, "It's like a dog knowing a cat." She initially wilts under pressure, but comes back with a vengeance, not only driving Odessa, but participating in the ridesharing as well. As we have seen throughout history, and in many films this year, when people are ordered to do something against their will, they frequently redouble their efforts to resist and oppose the oppressor. Also, the most satisfying words spoken in the movie, were when Sissy says to Tunker, "You ignorant son of a bitch." Also, Tucnker getting punched in the face was a close second. - Michael G.

One scene that really got across how ingrained racism was, was when Tunker hears that Sissy made the police officer apologize to Odessa. He says, "That's plain old wrong." Sissy responds, "I know what is right and what is wrong." She goes on to tell him that she will not tolerate anyone, including Tunker, tell her what is right, and what is wrong. This scene is one of the first examples of Sissy's conviction and strong moral base, that will enable her to stand up to her own husband, and the rest of the racist socialites that surround her. When her husband orders her to stop giving rides to Odessa, he describes how ridiculous his wife's notion that she is close with their maid, "It's like a dog knowing a cat." She initially wilts under pressure, but comes back with a vengeance, not only driving Odessa, but participating in the ridesharing as well. As we have seen throughout history, and in many films this year, when people are ordered to do something against their will, they frequently redouble their efforts to resist and oppose the oppressor. Also, the most satisfying words spoken in the movie, were when Sissy says to Tunker, "You ignorant son of a bitch." Also, Tucnker getting punched in the face was a close second. - Michael G.

This movie really shows the differences in status in Montgomery based on race.  Comparing Christmases in particular shows the economic differences well:  the Thompson's had a huge tree with lots of presents and new clothes, while the Cotter's had a Charlie Brown tree and, well, more of a focus on family.  Socially, the Thompson family could go anywhere and do whatever they needed to do without harassment, provided they stayed within their segment of society.  The Cotter family couldn't do that at all, however, as proven in the first few minutes of the movie when Odessa gets kicked out of the park with the kids.  The movie also depicts the gender politics of the era, especially in the tension between Mr. and Mrs. Thompson.  Every time she tries to speak up, he tells her to stop telling him what to do.  It's interesting to watch them try to work out what kind of dynamic they're going to develop.  -- P.A. Appel

This movie really shows the differences in status in Montgomery based on race.  Comparing Christmases in particular shows the economic differences well:  the Thompson's had a huge tree with lots of presents and new clothes, while the Cotter's had a Charlie Brown tree and, well, more of a focus on family.  Socially, the Thompson family could go anywhere and do whatever they needed to do without harassment, provided they stayed within their segment of society.  The Cotter family couldn't do that at all, however, as proven in the first few minutes of the movie when Odessa gets kicked out of the park with the kids.  The movie also depicts the gender politics of the era, especially in the tension between Mr. and Mrs. Thompson.  Every time she tries to speak up, he tells her to stop telling him what to do.  It's interesting to watch them try to work out what kind of dynamic they're going to develop.  -- P.A. Appel