Abstract This paper analyzes Francois Traffaut's 1959 film "The 400 Blows" as a symbol of the French post-World War II period. It also discusses social atmosphere and the philosophy of Existentialism. The author explores the character of Antoine and his role as an existential character.
From the Paper "The emergence of the French New Wave Nouvelle Vague was situated at a time of radical historical transition during the later Post World War II period when the concerns of many French film makers differed sharply from traditional French cinema. The social atmosphere ..."
Tags: Truffaut, 400, Blows, Film, France, New-Wave, Existentialism
Abstract This review of Ernest Hemingway's short story, "The Three Day Blow," highlights the friendship between the two main characters. The reviewer focuses on the limitations of the relationship between Nick and Bill. The reviewer considers the two men's conversations about baseball and books and their deliberate avoidance of meaningful discussions. In particular Nick avoids discussing his relationship with Marjorie, the girlfriend he had just broken up with. The author concludes this avoidance shows that Nick felt he had to hide his true feelings about Marjorie to maintain his relationship with Bill.
From the Paper "The setting of the short story signals to the reader that there is some kind of problem for the main character and his relationships. Since Hemingway never grants the reader a single, extra word over what is necessary, the reader is immediately led to believe that some kind of storm hangs around Nick (Johnston 22). He has been rapidly cast into some kind of disappointment as signaled by the rapid onslaught of "fall wind (that) blew through the bare trees" (Hemingway 45). To continue this idea, the cabin porch is bare and even "the big trees (are) swayed far over in the wind" (Hemingway 45). A sense of disenchantment and a sense that something has been influenced, even pushed around comes through in the opening paragraphs. Hemingway allows much of the story to pass before revealing the source of Nick's disappointment - his failed relationship with Marjorie. Before that can be discussed, Hemingway has to guide the reader into the recesses of Nick's mind and into the nuances of his relationship with Bill."
Abstract Whistle blowing refers to a warning issued by a member or former member of an organization to the public about a serious wrongdoing or danger created or concealed within the organization. This paper takes a look at the subject, covering issues such as employee loyalty to the organization, the difficulties faced by all parties involved, the implementation of internal solution policies, and the establishment of some necessary conditions that should be established before one undertakes blowing the whistle.
From the Paper "Many objected to this approach in which whistleblowing is primarily framed as an act of disloyalty, one that needs rationalization or that can be pursued only under special circumstances. The fault, for them, is found in the notion that individuals should be loyal to a company. A company is not a person and not, therefore, deserving of loyalty. While a company typically consists of people, it is not a group of people with a purpose that transcends self-interest. Loyalty, according to them, exists in the context of human relationships and entails a readiness to engage in sacrificial behavior."
Abstract This paper addresses whistle-blowing as a valid concept -- the contributing factors that encourage it, the typical responses by the organization, and the consequences to the whistle-blower. Current whistle-blowing laws are presented along with recommendations of what management can do to treat it as a positive management tool.
From the Paper "When an employee steps forward and legitimately accuses an organization of wrongdoing, it can bring out the worst in everyone. The hierarchy -- right up the line to the CEO and the Board of Directors, if the allegations are serious enough -- may enact one of several scenarios. The company may instigate a cover-up. It could make the whistle-blower (instead of the allegations) the issue by trying to discredit the individual. It could retaliate against the whistle-blower. Or, in perhaps the most unethical of these scenarios, the company could pretend to listen, appoint the whistle-blower to solve the problem, deny access to needed information -- and make the whistle-blower the scapegoat when the wrongdoing persists."
Abstract The paper contains an analysis of a passage from "The Wind Blows," a short story by Katherine Mansfield. The paper discusses the passage's focus on the adolescent female narrator.
From the Paper "The adolescent female narrator in Katherine Mansfield's "The Wind Blows" experiences the emotional and physical chaos of adolescence. In this passage from "The Wind Blows" we see the narrator describe the continually blowing winds that are not nearly so frightening as her bed. It's the bed that is frightening. "There it lies sound asleep.""
Abstract This paper examines how whistle-blowing is a method by which individuals or organizations can have an impact on what is perceived as a wrongdoing or unethical practice. Many industries, countries, organizations, companies and professions have rules, guidelines and legislation that set the parameters for and deal with the reporting of wrongdoing. The paper looks at how in many cases there are private industry-specific rules and practices that govern how whistle-blowers and their message(s) are to be treated and discusses some examples within the healthcare industry.
From the Paper "Two cases in the 1990's in Japan illustrate the problems associated with whistle-blowing and these types of problems in the health care profession. In the first case, in 1995, a nurse leaked information to the press after she had taken the information to the hospital board. She leaked the information because she believed that the board would 'not take any action'. The board did take action but only after the information had been leaked to the press. In the second case, at the end of May 1996, an anonymous man called the police to inform them that a doctor had administered a drug to a male patient at the hospital that killed the patient. Police immediately initiated an investigation. Surprisingly enough, in the second case a number of patient's and their families expressed support for the doctor, but many of the hospital's nurses were very vociferous in their outrage against the doctor, with some going so far as to say they would quit if the doctor was not fired."
Abstract This paper describes whistle blowing and whether it is justified. It explores moral and ethical issues of whistle blowing, the issue of privacy in the workplace, and the effect of whistle blowing on employee morale. The paper examines the ethics of marketing and advertising, and explains product liability and how it affects manufacturers and consumers.
Abstract Employees who report illegal or wrongful activities of colleagues are known as "whistle blowers". The paper provides a balanced argument to support both sides of this subject by discussing the positive and the negative aspects of whistle blowing in the workplace. The paper analyzes the similarities as well as the differences with regards to the opinions of whistle blowing. Lastly, this paper offers suggestions one might consider before becoming a whistleblower as well as possible recommendations for the future advancement in the protection of innocent whistleblowers.
From the Paper "We must also consider that corporations in are run with the expectations that they will function in ways that are compatible with the public interest. That they will obey laws governing their activities and not do anything that undermines basic democratic processes. Lest we not forget they must also create a profit for the stakeholders of their company. In accomplishing such feats companies may find it difficult to maintain this high level of honesty. Although companies may have answers for their each and every action they make the action is not always ethical or legal and deserves action."
Abstract This paper evaluates how Lois Jenson and whistle blowing relate to business ethics and examines how conflicting social and cultural values in a work environment can lead to landmark court decisions. The paper discusses how these landmark decisions changed the way that people conduct themselves in the workplace. Jenson's experience had national implications, which demonstrates the relationship between whistle-blowing and business ethics.
From the Paper "Evaluating how Lois Jenson and whistle blowing relate to business ethics requires examining how conflicting social and cultural values in a work environment can lead to landmark court decisions which legally restrict millions of people from engaging in workplace conduct they and their peers had previously considered justified. Her experience had national implications, which demonstrates the relationship between whistle-blowing and business ethics. Lois Jenson and other female employees working for Eveleth Mines were sexually harassed by male co-workers, who resented their presence. According to Kessler-Harris (2002) "these men were union brothers, and this, according to their leaders, was merely their culture."
Abstract The paper discusses a work situation where members of staff notice that the organization under which they are employed break certain laws or have a negative impact on the community. The paper explores whether the employees should report these faults or pretend that nothing is immoral and remain silent. The paper looks at internal whistle-blowers who report the misconduct to other employees or superiors within the company and external whistle-blowers who address lawyers, media or other local, federal or state agencies. The paper concludes that a person should engage in whistle-blowing when he is sure of the misconduct of his superior and when he feels that the act of whistle-blowing will stop the negative results.
From the Paper "A well-known idea is that people are a company's greatest asset. The employees' actions are the core of a company's development. Therefore, they are chosen in relationship with their professional skills and they are expected to act in accordance with the company's interests. However, sometimes, members of the staff notice that the organization under which they are employed may break certain laws or may have a negative impact on the community. At this point, they are dealing with a dilemma. Which is the way of conduct that they should adopt? Should they report these faults (and consequently be labeled as whistle blowers) or should they pretend that nothing is immoral and continue their day-to-day activity?"
Abstract This paper briefly examines the concept of "whistle blowing" and its ramifications in company stability. The ethical side of this practice is discussed and specific cases and articles about this law are mentioned. The paper concludes with the examination of what can be done to protect innocent parties.
From the Paper "Whistle blowing has become a major force to be reckoned with in the corporate world. According to Black's Law Dictionary, whistle blowing refers to an employee who reports, and may also refuse to engage in, illegal or wrongful activities of an employer or fellow employees. Whistle blowing is the exposure of fraud and abuse by an employee. Employees are speaking out about their ethical concerns in the workplace more and more. No matter what the ethical demands of a situation are the ability to become a whistleblower can easily cause serious consequences to either the company or employer involved not to mention the serious life long effects on the individual revealing the evidence. As a result of these consequences to the whistleblower the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 was created to protect the individual."
Abstract "In Our Time" by Ernest Hemingway, which was first published in 1925, is a collection of short stories and vignettes about the years before, during and after World War I. This paper illustrates and explores how complicated it is to be a human being, have relationships, and live in a world of complex and competing values. The essay specifically explores the chapters "The End of Something" and ?The Three Day Blow.?
From the Paper "The chapters, "The End of Something" and ?The Three Day Blow,? describes Nick coming face to face with not only the changing times of the world around him but the changes within himself. The kid from the Midwest came home from the war a different fellow. He had matured into manhood. The chapters are metaphoric in nature."
An analysis of the movie "Blow", focusing on a look at the main character of the movie and his actions, through Merton's strain theory and Gotredson's and Hirschi's self-control theory.
2,625 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 5 sources, 2001, $ 79.95
Abstract This paper reviews the movie "Blow" and applies the storyline of the movie to Robert Merton's strain theory, incorporates it with Gotredson's and Hirschi's self-control theory, and evaluates the strain theory using Aker's criteria. The paper outlines the true story that the movie is based on and discusses the "American dream" and the failure of some to attain it in legal ways.
From the Paper "Blow is based on a true story about a man who gets involved with drug trafficking (Reynolds & Demme, 2001). When George Jung was a young boy he sees his parents fighting over money troubles. His dad had to file for bankruptcy and he decides that he will never struggle; he is going to be rich. After he graduates him and his friend Tuna move to California. In California he realized a whole different world, a world of beaches and drugs. To make money his girlfriend Barbara introduces him to Derek to purchase marihuana to sell. After a month of selling marihuana him and Tuna have made a lot of money. Dooley, an old friend from high school meets up with him and offers to help expand his business."
Abstract This ten-page undergraduate paper examines the movies "Fresh," "The 400 Blows," and "My Life as a Dog" and compares their common themes of parental neglect. The author discusses how parental neglect affects each of the young boys in the movies, and compares their responses.
Abstract This paper discusses from an ethical perspective issues of accounting fraud, whistle blowing, sexual harassment, workplace privacy and duties to employees. The author explores the ethical responsibility of businesses to their stockholders, vendors and stakeholders. The paper examines ethical dilemmas.
From the Paper "There are many aspects of business ethics, including the company's obligation to its employees and to its stockholder workers, duties to their employer and the organization's duties to workers customers, vendors, stockholders and stakeholders. Business ethics is difficult to define or describe. Business ethics includes concepts including honesty, trustworthiness, respect for others, accepting responsibility for the actions of the company and its employees and respect for the rights of others. According to Diane Dixon, writing in "Executive Excellence", one recent study on why ... percent of all managers ..."
Tags: ethics, right and wrong, business ethics, whistle blowing, sexual harassment, workplace privacy, duties to employees, stockholders, vendors, stakeholders, ethical dilemmas, accounting fraud.
