Freedom Writer

1. Why do you think Mrs. Martin and Mr. Pierce chose this film for this class?
I think the teachers chose this film for this class because we can make emotional connection between the film and our high school experience.

2. Did watching this film change the way you think about high school or teachers or education?Explain.
Yes because with teacher and students' afford, all students can get better grades.
3. Was any part of the movie confusing? If so, what question(s) about the movie would you like answered?
I was confusing in the beginning why there is conflict between the white students and black students.
4. At what point did the students start learning from their teacher? What changed?
When the teacher ask everyone to write journals about themselves, the students start to change. Students start changing their attitude and getting along with each other.
5. Does seeing this film make you feel any differently about your own opportunities in high school or this class.
Seeing this film makes me feel differently about this class. I used to think this class was difficult, but now I feel confident.
6. Is Freedom Writers a good movie? What did (or didn't) you like about it?
Yes, it is a good movie. I like the story because it inspires people. The story shows high students struggling with their lives. A good teacher comes along, and helps them out.