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The short film Born With It shows how stereotypes can shape the way people see others and even how individuals see themselves. Reflect on the main character’s experience and explain how stereotypes impacted his identity and sense of belonging. Then, connect this to a broader idea: how can stereotypes influence the way a culture or group is understood by others? Use specific examples from the film to support your response.

 prompt: stereotypes made him doubt his identity, the students automatically assumed because of his skin color he couldn't have any Japanese blood or know the language. On top of that they associated him being black with aids, and it messed with his self worth. he was at some point convinced that he did have aids and he wouldn't fit in because of it. Stereotypes can be harmful on both sides: on one side a person can have an ignorant understanding of a culture or ethnicity, which causes them to reinforce shallow and discriminatory ideas. On the other hand stereotypes can degrade someones self worth and understanding, making them second guess if they actually fit into a negative description of their culture.  summary: watched the film and answered questions reflection: learned how to analyze the effects of stereotypes.
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Cities can also be an important part of a person’s cultural identity, shaping their values, experiences, and way of life. Think of a movie or TV show that changed the way you see a specific city. How was that city and its culture portrayed, and did it present a full picture or a “single story”? Explain how this portrayal could influence how people view those who live there.

 prompt: I used to think that parts of California like la and such were for white rich preppy people, until I got a full scope of what real parts of la look like through movies like Friday. It showed me that there is prominent black communities there and represented marginalized communities like poor, black people. summary: received group assignment and discussed role and potential film reflection: learned how to plan and collaborate
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4/16 Why do you think filmmakers continue to use stereotypes, even when they can be harmful or inaccurate? Explain one reason discussed in class and give your opinion on whether this justifies their use.

 prompt: It is likely that filmmakers use stereotypes in their movies because it creates interesting dynamics in characters that will build controversy around the movie. Many people still talk about classic films that display things like the American dream, or especially if the film takes place in the 40s - 60s it will likely have some sort of racial stereotypes. But it ends up working in the films favor because people will talk about the stereotypes present, good or bad, and creates more popularity for the theme of the movie.  summary: worked on commonlit assignment about the American dream in film reflection: learned to analyze and derive answers from the text
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4/14 Think about the most stereotypical film you have ever seen. This could be a movie that represents a specific culture, race, gender, or group in an oversimplified or unrealistic way. In your response, explain what film you are referring to, what stereotypes were present in the film, and how those stereotypes shaped your understanding of that group at the time

 prompt: One of the most stereotypical movies I've seen is the movie Precious. This movie depicts a young black woman facing an intersection of different issues. She has no father as he passed/left when she was young, shes overweight and has a disabled daughter (down syndrome), she is failing high school, she is black, and she is facing abuse from her mother in a multitude of ways. This movie is a heavy hitter on the harsher side of what impoverished, black kids face when failed by the system. Obviously the circumstances are exaggerated for film purposes, however many parts of the movie are realistic for people born into families like this. Because I am also black, I was not totally influenced by any of the stereotypes present, but it helped me get a better understanding of how the black community can be viewed. One of the strongest stereotypes was that Precious (the mc) was stupid/incapable. She was told by her mother and it reflected in her performance in school that she couldn...
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Hair can be a powerful way people express who they are and where they come from. Think about your own hair, your style, texture, or how you choose to wear it. How does your hair connect to your culture or your identity? Describe a moment when your hair made you feel proud, uncomfortable, or misunderstood, and explain why.

 prompt: My hair represents my culture because its dark and curly, especially being a tighter curl pattern. Even though I typically don't wear my curls its still clearly curly and that represents a big part of my heritage. The only time I've ever felt uncomfortable in my hair was when I went to a predominantly white school and I showed up on the first day of school with braids. I was the only black student in the room as well, making me feel slightly ashamed. Over time I stopped caring about things like that. summary: watched film and answered questions reflection: learned how to connect my experiences to a film
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4/3 If you could plan the perfect spring break with no limitation, money, time, or responsibilities—what would it look like? Where would you go, who would you bring, and what would you do?

 prompt: If I had it my way I would be in New York for spring break. I usually visit new York during the summer but I really want to visit during spring break. I would go because it's a chance to visit my family and be in my favorite city. I would plan some shopping trips or something as well. summary: finished commonlit about cultural food and insects reflection: learned to analyze text about culture and relate it to outside knowledge
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4/1 Throughout your classmates' presentations, you were exposed to a variety of cultural foods and traditions. How did these presentations shape your understanding of different cultures? Share your opinion on what stood out most.

 prompt: These presentations showed me that a lot of us celebrate in similar ways and have similar traditions, it;s just that they are under different names and have slightly different nuances. What makes the celebrations so similar is that we all have food at the core of it. Birthdays, summer holidays and such, everyone makes a meal and enjoys family with it. summary: watched everyone's culture food presentations and presented myself reflection: got insight to how everyone celebrates big events/milestones with food
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