I know we talked about this earlier, and I'd like to take a class vote on whether we should cover this or not.
Reasons we should cover it:
- We compared the book and film when I went to film school, and less so for the subject matter than the fact that both are very well-crafted stories. In terms of adaptations, this one is one of the most highly regarded with Pullitzers and Oscars to prove it.
- The short story is short - only 30 pages of PDF.
- It's challenging material that you won't forget. It makes you think outside your regular comfort zone. Lot's of issues to discuss, ranging from homophobia to historical themes.
- You are highschool seniors, and should be mature enough to deal with it.
Reasons we shouldn't cover it:
- Some parts in the book are a bit graphic, and you might find it offensive.
- Some parts in the movie are a bit graphic at least by implication, and you might find it offensive.
- You are highschool seniors, and might be too innocent to confront such issues.
In any case, here is the PDF if you are interested:
Short Story - Brokeback Mountain by Annie Proulx
Some interesting stuff from Wikipedia here.
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