It was clearly stated in both movies that whatever cause someone is fighting for they have to work together in order to accomplish it. Both movies detailed how the entire family system is affected and sometimes sacrificed for someone else beliefs. Society will sabotage and do whatever it takes to break someones spirit. The new knowledge that I gained is how the struggle for the rights of people would ultimately start with the head. I gained the understanding of those in power are truly afraid of the majority rule. It is fear that makes them act the way they do and will destroy whomever to not be afraid. The movies give details on how the governmental control did not have the priority of the people but because they were looked bad upon from media and by the world. They made it a point to change their self image.
My reactions to viewing the films make me angry and I know both leaders stood for peace and forgiveness. But right now I have a right to be angry because those individuals had been completely stripped of all human rights. Left with nothing, but were demanded to be SATISFIED. Africans were forced to become salves in America and South Africa was taken over by the minority group who are truly afraid. Really how can you force someone and take over someones lands. Then try to make them be satisfied for what you are giving them. But the natives had it all from the beginning or didn't even ask to come.
Mentally I am prepared to know that because of the color of my skin I have to be always be conscious of what I say, do and how I interact with others. Having the awareness that it took years of recovery before the United States is were it is today. Knowing that South Africa just came out of Apartheid there is definitely a lot of work to be done. For me awareness is the beginning to take the first step to help with change.
I agree that it is safe to be aware and that knowing the history of South Africa is important because it is post-apartheid within the country and people are still adapting to the changes.I liked how you compared Kings' and Mandelas' family life due to the effects of working toward their goal and how it negatively impacted their social life, yet they never let it hinder their progress. Great post!
ReplyDeleteI love your mention of working together in order to accomplish a goal, this case being racial equality. You talked about people in power being afraid of majority rule. Strange how people are so afraid of change. I agree, awareness is only the first step to change. Great thoughts, Denice!
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ReplyDeleteI took this as an important message from both movies as well. I loved when Mandela would hold up his hand and point to his thumb and say that one person can't do it alone.
Hi Denice! I really like how you mentioned that both leaders' families were affected by their role. This was something that I noticed as well. Also, I completely agree that awareness is the first step for any major change.
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