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The film is entitled The Boy with a Camera for a Face and is directed by Spencer Brown. It was shot in 2013, and its genre can be described as comedy-drama, considering the hilarity of the premise and the grim nature of the main character’s life. The film explores such themes as discrimination through the young man’s unusual condition, capitalism, when the couple agreed to the reality show, media addiction, exemplified by the viewers, and self-sacrifice, evident from the ending. The work comments on the topical issues, which remain unchanged as the camera is replaced by the smartphone. The film uses certain elements to emphasize its central themes. It employs eye-level close-ups to imitate how a person in a similar predicament would view the world, although middle shots are also common while showing the audience or external events. The transitions mainly consist of cuts, including cross-cuts and a match cut during the car scene, which intensify the situation (“The Boy with a Camera for a Face” 00:07:34-00:07:59). The director also uses the blur on the main character’s girlfriends to highlight their significance in his life. The music perfectly mirrors the action and the mood of the scenes, from calm to intense. The film has many cameras, which shows that people are accustomed to the device, yet they cannot accept it as one’s head, facilitating the theme of discrimination. The criticism of capitalism is evident when the couple sells their private life, garnering more ratings as time passes. The zombie-like viewers represent media addiction, which has even more forms nowadays owning to the Internet and platforms such as Instagram. Ultimately, the character has to sacrifice himself to save humanity, suggesting that he may not have a place after all. The film has some interesting choices regarding its presentation of the subject matter. First of all, the characters do not speak, and the story is told by a narrator. He employs rhyming and irony, which make the plot rather dynamic. Analyzing the main character’s acting is difficult, as his face is hidden, but the cast performs adequately using non-verbal elements. It is not clear when the story unfolds, especially for a younger viewer unfamiliar with videocassettes, which may be both the film’s strength and weakness. On the one hand, the events are still relevant, as the explored themes apply to the 2020s. On the other hand, the film appears current in the atmosphere, so a journalist using a typewriter feels out of place. Still, the release year, 2013, can be linked with the rise of social media, so the director, perhaps, wanted to comment on its potential consequences or emphasize that history repeats itself. Overall, the creative choices help deliver the main themes, even if some viewers may struggle to perceive the time frame. The Boy with a Camera for a Face offers a social commentary on such issues
Introduction Bipolar disorder is a mental disorder that is manifested by drastic mood changes — bipolar manifests in two main extremes, namely depression, and mania (Peacock, 2000). Depression manifests when an individual feels tired and sad. On the other hand, mania manifests when an individual experiences periods of extreme excitement and restlessness. Symptoms of bipolar depend on the extreme that individual experiences at a certain period. In many cases, an individual is diagnosed with clinical depression and later with bipolar. During an episode of depression, individuals experience feelings that include hopelessness, extreme sadness, worthlessness, lethargy, and irritability (Peacock, 2000). In severe cases, an individual might contemplate suicide. On the other hand, episodes of mania are characterized by feelings of happiness, joy, irritability, and extreme creativity. Prevalence and incidence According to the World Health Organization, more than 10 million individuals have bipolar in the United States (Peacock, 2000). The disorder is a leading cause of disability in the world. It has a lifetime prevalence of approximately 3% around the globe. Statistics have revealed that more than 0.8% of the American population experiences at least a manic episode at one time in their life. On the other hand, 0.5% of the population experiences a hypomanic episode. 6.4% of the American population has been shown to have bipolar spectrum disorder (Peacock, 2000). Studies have revealed that the incidence of bipolar disorder among men and women is the same. The incidence rate is similar across people of different origins and ethnic backgrounds. However, its severity varies across the world. In the U.S., the rate of incidence is higher among African Americans than among Americans of European descent (Peacock, 2000). The disorder affects people mainly in their adolescence and early adulthood years. In many cases, individuals with experienced bipolar episodes of mania after the age of fifty. Symptoms Symptoms of bipolar disorder depend on the mood that an individual experiences at a certain period. Individuals experience extreme mood changes that affect their behaviors and thinking patterns. Mania is characterized by over-excitement, while depression is characterized by extreme sadness. Depression During episodes of depression, individuals experience feelings of sadness, hopelessness, worthlessness, and loss of interest in activities they previously enjoyed, such as sex and social interaction (Fink & Kraynak, 2012). Their thinking is predominantly negative, and they rarely see the positive aspects of their lives. Their behavior also changes. They are restless, irritable, indecisive, and insomniac. Moreover, they experience problems with concentration and memory (Peacock, 2000). Symptoms of mania Symptoms of mania include hyperactivity, high quantities of energy, extreme irritability, impulsive behavior, restlessness, risk-taking, extreme happiness, and
Introduction Amanda Ripley’s insight into disbelief, deliberation and action is an insightful piece of investigative journalism. Using examples of some of the disastrous events of our times, Ripley reviews human response to such predicaments. Naturally, human fear is considered a normal occurrence during disasters. However, recent tragedies such as bomb-attacks, earth-wrecking earthquakes and hurricanes, a need to review disaster response are critical. At least 3000 and 200 casualties resulted from New York, Washington and Mumbai terrors attacks in 2001 and 2006 respectively (Herb & Kaplan, 2008). In this context, Ripley unearths the critical stages of human reaction to calamities. The stages include disbelief, deliberation and action. Ripley’s research provides a foundation to establishment government policies in regards to disaster response and management. This research paper focuses on psychology of fear in relation to disaster response. From Ripley’s research, it is evident that the psychology fear saves or destroys if respective actions are not taken. Disbelief, deliberation and action Disbelief is best described through denial evidenced among disaster victims. At this stage, victims procrastinate the expected immediate response. Sometimes, victims actively remain at the same position before evacuating a disaster-stricken area or building. In fact, it takes a while before a victim comes into terms in what is happening. In addition, the disbelief among disaster victims is founded on the normalcy bias. In this regard, victims allege that the predicament is just a bad luck and only happens to other people. Another important element associated with disbelief is lack of information among the victims and those responding to the disaster. Information about the disaster that has just occurred and how to avoid further damage is important for victims. However, with the lack of such information it is difficult make any relevant decision. Deliberation involves long and thoughtful considerations of factors, consequences and risks. Precisely, deliberation stage focuses on the psychology of fear, resilience and group thinking. Ripley (2009) implies that the deliberation is similar to risk taking or gambling. Deliberation is evoked by acknowledging the fact that disaster will happen. In this context, relevant information is gathered and assimilated to reduce the risks associated with a disastrous event. Making choices of whether to prevent further destruction resulting from a disaster is critical in the deliberation stage. It is important to identify the blind spots that hinder victims from making positive decisions. Deliberation is effectively executed when information from experience and future projections are evaluated. During deliberations, priorities are determined to ensure minimum risks are accrued from a disaster. Deliberation follows the science of risk assessment. For example, assessment on how the disaster will happen depends on factors such as location, age and lifestyle. The psychology behind how a human processes risk is a pattern of scientific ration
Karl Marx’s ideas of economic stratification are hinging upon class-consciousness and inequalities in the society due to inequitable access to the means of production. The bourgeoisies versus proletariats is a historical phenomenon (neue rheinishe: December 1947). US society has historically been divided and shaped on the basis of access to the resources. In this perspective Marx provides a strong theoretical framework for the analysis of social structure. The class-consciousness in the capitalist society like United States, according to Marx was instilled in the minds of feudal and capitalist bourgeoisies and not in the working class proletariat. He gave a strong and emotional appeal to the laborers of the world to unite. The communist manifesto draws all strength from Marx theory of class-consciousness. He emphasized that unless the laborers were conscious of their rights the exploitation was bound to continue. However, to say that economic reasons are the only basis of class stratification in society is unrealistic. Another weakness is that Marx has never stressed upon competitive class feeling within the working classes themselves. The stark division of US society into only two classes i.e. upper and lower class without reference to the middle class is another theoretical gap in Communist manifesto that can be found when explaining income disparity within US Society. Cultural affinities, historical connections and common aspirations of people are not seen in Marxian theory of class struggle and class-consciousness and social stratification (Weber, Max 1976). An unending conflict situation between the laborer and employers is also not the order of the day in the US society. Therefore despite some strengths Marx theory has also some weaknesses but it definitely fostered and contributed to the classical sociological thought of 19th and 20th century in the US intelligentsias. Labor unionism and land reform activists around the world put his ideas in a high esteem. It is the case with United States. After debacle of Soviet Union in late 1980s and fall of socialism in most of Eastern Europe he Marxists have also began counting them selves in the list of post modernists. Today the world has changed entirely. Globalization has changed the modes of production. The employers employee relations are determined by the labor laws, industrial relations commissions and labor courts are prevalent the world over (Giddens, Anthony. Oxford 2001). Labor unions as bargaining partners are present in every productive concern. International Labor Organization is the main UN body to oversee the production relations in all the member countries. The laborer wages are determined through contracts. Social security and old age benefits are the hallmarks of industry. NGOs and civil society organizations like human rights watch take care of employees’
Theatre is one of the kinds of arts that help people to reflect the processes and phenomena of the objective reality. This very kind of art is one of the oldest among all and is unique in its nature. It appeared on Earth as soon as people started living in the society and become interested in the behavior of the like representatives of the species of human beings. The first historical evidence of the appearance of the art of theatre brings us to the times of Ancient Greece. The Greeks were known in history as “the fathers” of numerous sciences and arts, and the art of theatre was not an exception. Greek tragedies and comedies, historical performances, and productions of the ancient myths constitute the most valuable part of world literature. The further development of the art of theatre took place in the Roman Empire that brought this art to a higher level of development and gave the basis for the history of the European medieval theatre. Middle Ages were not the best times for arts because of the religious control over all spheres of life and the development of the theatre experienced difficult times. But with the beginning of the Renaissance in Europe, the revival of the theatre was observed. The 17 – 18 th centuries are considered the Golden Age of theatre and playwriting. It is the very time when the play which is considered in this essay was created. The play is titled “She Stoops to Conquer” by Oliver Goldsmith, it is a piece of comedy that is called by the specialists “the laughing comedy” in contrast to “the sentimental comedy” which was dominant in the theatre up to the middle of the 18 th century. “She Stoops to Conquer” is mostly farce and the so-called comedy of errors that presents itself as the set of misunderstandings. We are going to analyze it in order to find out the goals that the author pursued while creating the work and the mechanisms that he used so that to put his ideas into practice. Another assignment that we are going to face writing this essay is the critical analysis of the production of the play executed in 2002 by the British theatre director Max Stafford-Clark under the title “She Stoops to Conquer”. Here we are going to see the similarities and the differences in the choice of methods made by the authors of the two works of art. The analysis of the production elements is also an integral part of the current essay. To make the critique of the play and its production as precise as possible we should first take a brief look at the plot of the story. It is developing around the figure of the main character, Charles Marlow. His parents want him to marry the woman they chose for him, but Charles is too shy with women of the same wealth, which contrasts with his behavior with the women of the lower social classes. Charles’ assumed bride, Kate Lumpkin, decides to play a trick on him and pretends to be a barmaid in an inn Charles and his frie
Introduction Industrial Galvanizers started way back in 1965 as a family galvanizing manufacturing business in the Hunter Valley, Hexham. Recognized as one of the largest galvanizing baths in Australia, Industrial Galvanizers slowly extended its operations of the structural galvanizing plant to Brisbane, Qld, and Sydney as well as the NSW. Established as a structural galvanizing plant, the company dominated the markets gaining a wider wide customer base as well as the communities in which it operated. While striving to improve its plant operations, Industrial Galvanizers has actively participated in technological innovation and best business practices as a strategy to meet and exceed our customers’ expectations. The company also promises to adhere to environmental safety policies to ensure employees and customers are effectively protected. In ensuring environmental safety awareness, Industrial Galvanizers delegate their responsibilities to the environmental manager who ensures the planning and implementation of environmental policy in different departments. His functions include performing a checklist to ensure companies continue to practice customer’s safety expectations in delivering quality and service while achieving shareholders’ expectations of financial performance. Programs that ensure commitment, planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of environmentally hazardous conditions along with their reference materials are provided. Industrial Galvanizers Environmental Management System (EMS) Manual outlines the primary responsibilities of the Environmental Management System and proposes ways to ensure regular updates are performed. EMS manual is structured about AS/NZS ISO 14001:2004 “Environmental Management Systems – Requirements with Guidance for Use” and provides provision for;   * Environmental policy,   * Planning,   * Implementation & operation,   * Monitoring and checking,   * Management review The manual illustrates and registers Industrial Galvanizers Standard Management Procedures (SMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). EMS manual includes Industrial Galvanizers plant environmental processes and performing operations in Melbourne, Australia Plant The table below presents a summary of the procedures and responsibilities required by different applications. Schematic presentation of the Industrial Galvanizers Environmental Management System. * The procedures’ description included in this manual is for illustrative purposes only* ** The records integrated with the appendices of this manual were as per the course assignment requirement. Other records are only referred to in Appendix 9 – “Record # EMS-REC-4.4.4C- Records register” Industrial Galvanizers Environmental Policy Environmental policy is a fundamental part of Industrial Galvanizer’s corporate business strategy and focuses as it helps establish environmental management programs as a means for achieving objectives and targets. This policy helps a company understand and minimize environmental impacts it is metal coating operation may have on its employees, customers, and the environment as a whole. Listed under the
Since the bombing of the U.S embassies in Kenya, Tanzania and the terror attacks on the U.S in 1999, Al Qaeda, or Osama bin Laden are names that rekindle the bitter memories. Consequently, the U.S, Britain, and NATO combined forces to dismantle and eliminate Al Qaeda in Afghanistan, which is the base of terror groups. Fortunately, in May 2011 the U.S intelligence service was able to gun down the leader and financier of Al Qaeda. Therefore, although Osama bin Laden is dead, his roots and doctrines on holy war still live especially in his followers. Due to the temptation of revenge from his followers, the U.S should keep its troops in Afghanistan. Due to expulsion from Saudi Arabia, Sudan, and Pakistan, Osama bin Laden landed in Afghanistan where he financed and spread his expertise on terrorism. Furthermore, he assisted the growth of Taliban in Afghanistan. Sadly, his attacks on the U.S disrupted the world peace branding him the ‘most wanted man’. In 2001, forces from both the Britain and the U.S decided to fight and dismantle his Al Qaeda group. Due to technology and wits, they were not able to nail him down. At the same time, he was fighting back by bombing passenger trains in the West and the U.S embassies in other African states. Luckily, early May 2011 was the turning point for the U.S after their intelligence service was able to gun him down. Consequently, Osama’s death led to celebration allover the world especially in the West. Although Osama is a fallen leader, his legacy still lives among his followers. The living legacy of Osama should send fears in the nerves of the U.S government. Due to the death of Osama, the Islamic groups in the south Asia especially the Al Qaeda groups will strive to hit back at the U.S. and incase the Al Qaeda group revenge Osama’s death many Americans are yet to lose their lives. To stop the revenge, America should watch closely the movement of the Al Qaeda groups. They should strive to dismantle and jail the members of the group, who are widespread in Asia. Therefore, to secure the lives of Americans, the peace keeping forces in Afghanistan should stay there for sometime and fight the other terrorists. In addition, the army forces in the West especially America should remain alert because the Al Qaeda group might hit at anytime soon. Thus, the withdrawal of the U.S army from Afghanistan will lead to a disastrous end but if they stay, they might instill fear in the Al Qaeda troupes and hinder them from attacking the west. Finally, I state categorically that the U.S armies should continue keeping surveillance on the Al Qaeda group in Afghanistan. In summary, Afghanistan is the home of Al Qaeda terrorist group with Osama bin Laden as their leader until last month when he was gunned down by the US forces. With the help of Osama, the group has killed so many people especially the Americans. Therefore, America opted to fight the group, which has led to the recent killing of Osama. Although the death of Osama seems like a breakthrough in America, his doctrines are alive and his followers might plan
Introduction The production of biocrude from biomass waste represents a technological breakthrough which theoretically should help facilitate a global initiative away from hydrocarbons towards carbohydrates as a viable source of fuel and other substances for future industries. It is based on this that companies such as Circa have started initiatives to expand into regions such as Asia where biomass waste is at its highest in order to take help expedite the process of global conversion towards biocrude usage in industrial processes. This paper explores biocrude production within India, where production would be the most viable and what processes can be utilized in order for Circa to start production of biocrude within the country. Examining the C6 (Biocrude) Market in India An examination of the work of Dipul Kalita from the Cellulose, Pulp and Paper Division of the North East Institute of Science and Technology in Assam, India reveals that India actually has a well developed bio-crude research industry with the following plant species considered viable sources for biocrude production: Euphorbiaceae, Apocynaceae, Urticaceae, Convolvulaceae, Camelina sativa, Sapotaceae, Aleurites moluccana and Pedilanthus tithymaloides (Agarwal, Pant, & Ahmed, 2010: 1194). Unfortunately, as stated by Agoramoorthy, Hsu, Chaudhary & Shieh, there are actually few substantial reports investigating the production and utilization of hydrocarbon-producing plants in India (Subbarao, 1999: 35) (Agoramoorthy, Hsu, Chaudhary & Shieh, 2009: 118 -121). The primary reason behind this is due to the fact that India has yet to achieve a substantial level of large scale hydrocarbon plant production as well as sufficient standardization of conversion processes necessary to turn them into biocrude (Kalita, 2010: 36 – 47) (Research, 2011: 4). It must be noted though that while Biocrude has a relatively small market within India due to the factors mentioned this is not to say that alternative means of renewable fuel resources don’t exist. There are a variety of companies currently within India that specialize in the production of a variety of biofuels and certain types of biocrude and as such Circa could gain entry into the local market utilizing the companies that make these fuels (Venkataraman, 2008: 1) (Advanced biofuel to meet over 50% of India’s demand for transport gasoline by 2020, 2011: 65). Of particular interest is the Mysore based (a province in India) Labland Biotechs which for the past 10 years has specialized in producing bio-crude and bio-fuels for export to international oil companies such as D1 Oils which utilizes the cultivated biocrude and biofuel as mixtures for its own products. On the other hand it must be noted that Labland Biotechs utilizes a different business m