Film Report

Fried Green Tomatoes

The film Fried Green Tomatoes tells the story of Idgie and Ruth and features the saga of Evelyn through her daily visits to the Rest Home where the older Mrs. Threadgoode is companion to her Black housekeeper who is older and dying.

Mrs. Threadgoode tells Evelyn all of the old stories of Idgie and Ruth when the Whistlestop Cafe was run by them. Explain the relationship between Idgie and Ruth.

For example: Explain the following: Do you believe Idgie was "in love" with Ruth or just loved her very much as a friend. Give evidence to prove your point. And what happened to Frank Bennett? Explain.

Please pick one of the characters in the film and discuss how his or her story reminds you of something in your life. Go on to give your story and give an example of how the character's life relates to your own life. Explain your life situation and refer back to the film for examples to back up your ideas. Use quotes when possible.

Please write 3 to 4 pages typed on the above topic. Remember to give your thesis statement in the introduction and stay focused. This report is due on May 27th and be sure to

Read "On Being a Cripple" by Nancy Mairs on page 244 in 50 Essays. She talks about her perception of wanting to be called a cripple rather than handicapped or impaired.

Think of the way others see you and the way you see yourself. How would you correct their perception of you if it were possible?

Or, read "Where I Lived and What I Lived For" by Henry David Thoreau. He wrote that,"we do not ride on the railroad; it rides on us." Name an improvement in contemporary life that is supposed to represent progress but that you think has had a negative impact overall. Describe -- it's impact.--Hasit-had-any benefits?

Write a 3% to 5 page essay, double spaced on only one side of the paper. You will need to limit your subject to one event and one insight.

Add the necessary details to prove your argument. Don't forget to Discuss, briefly, the other side of the argument but close with your opinion and why your argument is the more persuasive one.

To be sure you understand how to write an argument paper, review the argument chapter in a Student's Book of College English. Use
a dictionary for spelling and write in complete sentences and in complete paragraphs. Write an outline, rough draft, revision and