Critical Analysis of Film “The Great Debaters” Name Institution Critical Analysis of Film “The Great Debaters” The Great Debaters is a drama film based on the true story of Professor Melvin B. Tolson, during his time at the Wiley College in Texas. The film is about how the professor inspired his student to form the first debate team in the school, in 1935, and how he mentored the team and guided them through various competitions to finally, challenge Harvard in the final national championship. The overall effect depicted by the film tends to focus on fostering determination and competitiveness among students. Although the film may seem to target school going children, it appeals to a wider audience owing to its innate message that one should not underestimate him/herself irrespective of one’s social background. I believe the film managed to pull out clearly its message due to its context and theme. The fact that the movie relate to the time when the majority white population subjugated the black community in the U.S, it clearly exhibits the social contrast that can exist between two persons, which can be a stumbling block to one realizing his full potential. The use of such a context was successful to send the right message home, as many of the U.S population
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