Chat with us, powered by LiveChat BIS 181 UOWB Week 7 Film 13th Discussion - STUDENT SOLUTION USA

This week’s Film:

13th

This film argues that there is a direct link between American slavery and the modern American prison. There are three primary themes the film maker uses to support this argument. These themes are:

(1) African Americans dehumanized, and portrayed as criminals by people in power, and media (2) Mass Incarceration by the state as replacement for slavery. (3) Corporate interests that shape prison population

Explain the film makers argument using these themes.



Identify two





specific and detailed examples





OF EACH of the themes





above.


Your examples must be substantive, and clearly explained. Include such things as popular media and film, actions by political leaders, laws and legislation, and partnerships between corporate/political organizations and prisons. Use these detailed examples to support your summary of the film makers argument.

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