In Time/ The Dystopian Genre

 

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Here are 10 study questions for the movie In Time that explore its themes, characters, and societal implications:

  1. Concept of Time: How does the film use time as a currency? What does this say about the value of life and societal structure?

  2. Class Division: Discuss the social classes represented in In Time. How does the disparity between the rich and the poor affect the characters and their actions?

  3. Protagonist’s Motivation: What drives Will Salas to take action against the system? How do his motivations evolve throughout the film?

  4. Relationship Dynamics: Analyze the relationship between Will and Sylvia. How does their connection challenge or reinforce the film's themes of wealth and survival?

  5. The Role of Authority: How are law enforcement and authority figures portrayed in the film? What do they represent in terms of control and oppression?

  6. Moral Choices: Explore the ethical dilemmas faced by the characters. What moral compromises do they make in their fight against the system?

  7. Symbolism of Time: Discuss the significance of the clock tattoos and how they symbolize the characters' lives and struggles.

  8. Rebellion and Resistance: How do Will and Sylvia's actions serve as a form of rebellion against the societal norms? What impact do they have on those around them?

  9. Impact of Technology: How does the film depict the relationship between technology and society? In what ways does it contribute to the themes of control and freedom?

  10. Ending and Reflection: What message does the film convey through its conclusion? How does it invite viewers to reflect on their own relationship with time and value?

These questions should help foster a deeper understanding of the film's themes and encourage critical thinking about its societal implications.

 

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Imagine the following situation: Movie Night at University

 

Individual Long Turn                                                                                                4-5 min

You study at the University of Natural Resources and Life Science, Vienna (BOKU) and you organise a movie night. For your international colleagues you introduce the film before you show it.  

  • Make a short introduction to lead in the movie
  • Give reasons why this utopian movie is worth watching
  • Give some examples of famous novels and films of the utopian genre
  • Point out parallels between the movie and the real world, considering the concept of time zones and the life expectancies in the world
  • Describe migration as an omnipresent phenomenon through history 

 

Paired Activity                                                                                                           8-10 min.

After the film you take some dinks with your colleagues. There you converse about:

  • several aspects of the movie, like rebellion, civic courage, civil disobedience, conformism vs. individualism; etc.
  • discrimination in Europe/Austria against foreigners and people with different origin
  • the problems and chances of migration and the solutions to fight discrimination in Austria/Europe

 

 

 

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