Over the semester, the issues of social justice and the environment have become a complex topic within the classroom. The intersection of social justice and environmental issues in the films is evident through the lens of social-ecological resilience, or Buen Vivir, throughout the movie that has been discussed. These documentaries illuminate how contemporary social injustices, often stemming from unequal power dynamics, are intricately linked to environmental degradation and the erosion of cultural identities. The intersectionality of social justice, environmental issues, and social-ecological resilience is prevalent in contemporary films. Return of the River highlights the impact of human interventions on natural ecosystems and indigenous …show more content…
By restoring the river's natural flow, the documentary suggests a path towards Buen Vivir, where humans and nature coexist harmoniously. Gather explores the loss of food traditions among Native American communities and their efforts to reclaim them. Food is not just sustenance; it is deeply intertwined with cultural identity and sovereignty. The film illustrates how the deterritorialization of environments, through colonization and disruptions to traditional foodways, is a social justice issue. The resilience shown by individuals like Nephi Craig and Twila Cassadore in reclaiming ancestral practices speaks to the pursuit of Buen Vivir. Their efforts to reconnect with traditional foods and ecological knowledge embody social-ecological resilience, advocating for a more balanced relationship with nature. Oklahoma Gov. Mon Amour delves into the complexities of family, identity, and the impact of political activism on personal lives. The Gaertner family's tragedy reflects the consequences of unbalanced power systems and the challenges faced by multicultural …show more content…
The film highlights the importance of public participation in decision-making, echoing the principles of Buen Vivir. The resilience of activists like Shi Lihong and the eventual cancellation of the dam project signify victories for social-ecological resilience. Sediments provide an intimate exploration of transgender women's identities against the backdrop of nature. The film portrays the layers of identity and the need for human connection, paralleling the complexities of social justice issues. The journey of the I-Vaginarium group members reflects the pursuit of Buen Vivir as they navigate societal perceptions while celebrating their uniqueness. Their exploration of self and empathy towards each other embodies social-ecological resilience, illustrating the interconnectedness of personal and environmental well-being. These films offer a unique perspective on the intricate relationship between social justice, environmental issues, and social-ecological resilience. Whether restoring a river ecosystem, reclaiming food traditions, navigating cultural identities, fighting against destructive projects, or celebrating diverse identities, these documentaries show that these issues are deeply
Introduction Star River Electronics is a joint venture between Starlight Electronics Ltd., United Kingdom and an Asian venture-capital firm, New Era Partners. Star River Electronics is based in Singapore. It manufactures and supplies CD-ROM’s to major software companies. Due to its production of high-quality discs, Star River gained fame in the industry. Even though the volume of sales is increasing, there is a fall in the unit prices due to price competition and the growing popularity of substitute
irreversible. The Citarum River Basin located in Indonesia has suffered the most. Textile factories located along the coast have dumped toxic waste in the the river causing illnesses and death, we need to clean up the Citarum River. With all this The Citarum River has to return to a place where people feel safe. The Citarum River Basin is home to around thirty-five million people. Most of these people still rely on the the river for food, water, and bathing. However, this river isn 't just home to people
same river twice, for different water is ever flowing” (12). The “river” Heraclitus refers to can be a metaphor for one’s soul. A river acts as a guide through forests for animals, while the soul acts as a guide for humans throughout their life. Stepping into the river taints the purity of the water just as stepping into someone heart taints the purity of the soul. Tainted souls are those that are punished by never being able to return to its pure state – never stepping into the same river twice
The Third Bank of the River Confusion, embarrassment, and guilt can all be found throughout João Guimarães Rosa's short story "The Third Bank of the River." Rosa forces the reader to analyze his words and delve deeply into the hidden meanings behind them. Upon first glance, a story unfolds of a father who seemingly abandons his family and chooses to live out the remainder of his life rowing a small boat back and forth along a river. There are circumstances leading up to this behavior,
the group in Saint Louis, Missouri. The expedition reached the Pacific Ocean in 1805. The return journey begins on March 23, 1806 and ends on September 23 of the same year. The success of the expedition was largely due to the presence of Sacagawea, a guide and
Barker, one can discover how the protagonist as well as a psychiatrist of the novel, Rivers, uses the method, “talking cure” to treat the shell-shocked soldiers only so that they can return to the front. However, Rivers’ awareness of the treatment has an impact on him through the intimate relationship Rivers have with his typical patient, Sassoon. Through the novel, the awareness of the treatment affects Rivers’ belief on the war in which the perspective changes, is explained by Sassoon’s reasons
known as Louisiana Territory extended from the Mississippi River in the east to the Rocky Mountains in the west and from the Gulf of Mexico in the south to the Canadian fringe in the north. Part or all of 15 states were in the long run made from the area bargain, which is viewed as a standout amongst the most imperative accomplishments of Thomas Jefferson's administration. In 1801, Germany marked a mystery arrangement with Germany to return Louisiana Territory to Germany. Reports of the retrocession
Symbolism plays a great role in the story Big Two-Hearted River, by Ernest Hemingway. The symbols Hemingway chose support one of the main themes, and they help bring out the meaning behind the story. Big Two Hearted River is a story about a veteran returning home from war. The main character, Nick Adams, has a heavy heart when he returns home to find his town Seney and home demolished and burned. This feeling is similar to what a soldier on duty experiences out on the battlefield. These men will
the development of the character Dr. W.H.R. Rivers, through the symbol of control throughout the book. In this chapter, Rivers returns to his home after witnessing Dr. Lewis Yealland’s horrific treatment of his patient Callan through the use of electrotherapy. Being displaced by the incident, Rivers finds it difficult to do any work because throughout the night recollections of the treatment continue to haunt him. After deciding to go to sleep, Rivers has a nightmare where he is treating a patient
The Umpqua River is an unwieldy beast that people believe that they hold the reins to. Man has tried for many years to control the Umpqua, but all that has done is damage the river and themselves. The comparison of rust to fire in Robert Heilman’s essay, “Who Owns the River?” encapsulates not only what humans have done to the Umpqua and Los Angeles rivers, but what humans do to nature itself. Heilman argues in his essay that humans need to be conscious of the repercussions from changing the environment
focusing primarily on the sockeye salmon population. This Pacific salmon once was found abundantly in the Columbia and Snake River, but as rivers were straightened and dams were built to meet the needs of population growth the fish population has diminished by the thousands. This loss of salmon life in the river system greatly affected the nutrient levels in the rivers. As stated in the film, the sockeye provided
The Moldau is a beautiful piece of instrumental music with a flair for nationalism from the Romantic period. It is program music that describes the river Moldau. It is a symphonic poem in structure and form. It is an orchestral arrangement that is broken into sections rich in musical concepts. Smetana’s The Moldau is very representative of late 19th century music. Romantic Period – The Moldau demonstrates Smetana’s own personal feelings about his homeland of today’s Czechoslovakia. He is able
At the beginning of Clint Eastwood’s Mystic River, Dave Boyle is a normal young boy growing up in Boston, Massachusetts. The movie begins as all classic Hollywood narratives begin, with a clear equilibrium and a well established social order. Dave and his friends are seen as happy kids, playing a game of hockey in the street, laughing and smiling. Everything is normal and, moreover, everything is good, what Stephen Neale would describe as “a condition of total plenitude.” It’s a scene that can be
Doris Pilkington is about 3 sisters who go on a journey to return home after being captured. Taken from their home to escaping and returning home following the fence that separates Australia the three sisters are on a mission lead by the eldest sister Molly to return home once again. The story story begins with with the 3 girls being taken from their home. The three girls, along with many others, were mandated to be transferred to Moore River Settlement School, which was a school for half-caste Aborigine
life alongside a secluded river with a man named Vasudeva. Siddhartha's maturation is developed the most by Vasudeva, his belief in Siddhartha, his support, and his guidance.