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Watch a sports film (Hoop Dreams, Varsity Blues, A League of Their Own, Blue Chips, Remember the Titans, Radio, Hoosiers, Rocky, We Are Marshall, etc.) and answer the following writing prompts.
1. What three sociological theories learned in class was portrayed in the movie? Explain in detail, i.e., discuss the theory and scenes in the movie. Make sure to back up theories with scholarly work, movie scenes, and your own thoughts.
2. Can you relate personally to the theories you are discussing; if not, do some research (Google) and provide a non-personal example.
3. Provide a reflection on the movie. What did you like or did not like about the movie? Could the scenes have been portrayed better? Etc.
Papers must be at least 5 pages in length. In-text citations must be used, a reference list must be included, and both must be in APA format.
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Varsity Blues
There have been many educational films that have been produced and have impacted people differently. One of these films that were produced in nineteen ninety-nine was known as Varsity Blues. This film was a sports film and is one of the best-known films in today’s world. This movie was directed by Brian Robbins and stars James Van Der Beek as the main character. It is classified as a comedy-drama-sports film. The film is about a small town and some football players who have an overbearing coach and are still challenged by their adolescent stage. It is basically about high school football (Alexander, et al. 1990). Furthermore, these players must also deal with the challenge of a football-obsessed community. In their community or rather in Texas, football was a way of life and losing was not considered an option. This paper will help us understand more about Varsity Blues and issues that relate to them in terms of sociological theories.
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