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The motifs of purification and pollution appeared in the film:  the former being the references to filtered water, and the latter smoking.  What do you think those to ideas symbolize?
The motifs of purification and pollution appeared in the film:  the former being the references to filtered water, and the latter smoking.  What do you think these two ideas symbolize?
[[Talk:CI Paradise Now Pure|Discussion 4]]
[[Talk:CI Paradise Now Pure|Discussion 4]]



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Paradise Now Discussion

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Do you think that the film tried to emphasize the similarities or the differences between American society and the lifestyles of those in the Middle East? Discussion 1


What is the importance of Suha's character to the film? How do you think she adds to the film's message or detracts from it? Discussion 2


We discussed how some the translation obscured some of the slanginess the characters used. Keeping that, and that the main characters were members of a secular organization, in mind; what role did religion play in the film? Discussion 3


The motifs of purification and pollution appeared in the film: the former being the references to filtered water, and the latter smoking. What do you think these two ideas symbolize? Discussion 4


Do you think the film presents a pro-Israel agenda? If so, how? Discussion 5


Was the conclusion of the film satisfying for you? How did the end of the film further its message? Discussion 6