From bad social issues like racism and loneliness, to themes of courage and protecting thy neighbor. Social issues are often used in movies by modern filmmakers to show their concern in movies that expose social vices and follies or criticize social institutions (Petrie, and Boggs 22). The racism and loneliness helps shape the story because this is what helps develop Walt Kowalski as character, as being lonely and racist is who he is. The underlying message of courage and protecting thy neighbor is shown through the ending when Walt gave his life to improve the well being for his neighborhood. This helps show the viewer that despite our prejudices, we should always be there to help the ones that need
From bad social issues like racism and loneliness, to themes of courage and protecting thy neighbor. Social issues are often used in movies by modern filmmakers to show their concern in movies that expose social vices and follies or criticize social institutions (Petrie, and Boggs 22). The racism and loneliness helps shape the story because this is what helps develop Walt Kowalski as character, as being lonely and racist is who he is. The underlying message of courage and protecting thy neighbor is shown through the ending when Walt gave his life to improve the well being for his neighborhood. This helps show the viewer that despite our prejudices, we should always be there to help the ones that need