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This essay examines how the Western genre in films is being redefined in recent times and goes on to explain the cultural significance of such an evolution. The paper examines "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "Dances With Wolves" and explains why these films should be considered as Western despite their significant departures from convention. The paper then subjects these films to a detailed comparative study in the context of the evolving Western genre.

From the Paper
"Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid was released in 1969 and went on to become the highest grossing film of that year. To all outward appearances it belongs to the western genre, except that the tone and rhythm are at complete odds with what is expected of this genre. Instead of a taut and grim drama in which the rugged qualities of the western hero are celebrated, we have a light-hearted romp through the familiar western plains. Here the ready verbal quip of the hero is more important that his gritty survival skills. It is indeed a comedy which verges on being a parody of the genre, and therefore almost disqualifies itself from being classed as western altogether. However, George Roy Hill's film must still be considered a western because it is manifestly about the American past."

Tags:differentiation, cowboy, Hollywood, frontier, nature, wilderness, outlaw

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This paper examines the reasons for Hollywood's unfavorable portrayals of women in film, looking at three films as examples of the evolution of women in film--"Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid", "Thelma and Louise", and "Silence of the Lambs". The paper traces the evolution of women's roles through the three films, culminating with the role of Clarice in "Silence of the Lambs", which is comparable to a male hero's role in similar movies.

From the Paper
"The images of women in films reflect Hollywood's preoccupation with and fear of women as well as that of American society at large. Hollywood has portrayed women in the prescribed roles that it felt comfortable seeing them in, but has always maintained a veneer of the artificial that constrained women from expressing their real selves on the screen. From the femme fatale role depicted by Marlene Dietrich in which woman was mysterious and profound, never to be understood completely, to the bimbo played..."

Tags:women, film, movie, Hollywood, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Thelma and Louise, Silence of the Lambs

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In this article, the writer discusses the story "News for the Church" by Frank O'Connor. The writer analyzes the characters in this story in which a young girl visits the church in order to make a confession. The writer notes that to a casual reader, it may look as though the young country girl brings in the news to Father Cassidy, a kind-hearted, compassionate caring father; however, a closer reading reveals that the priest is also a sinner. Further, the writer points out that after a careful reading, the news beneath the news is revealed to the reader regarding the priest's immoral makeup. The writer concludes that the true character of the Father is revealed as he digs deep and asks uncomfortable personal questions, then forgetting to give penance and forgiveness to the young girl.

From the Paper
"At first, Father Cassidy resembles a kind, compassionate and naive priest who considers the girl's confession peculiar. He is sympathetic towards the young girl. He thinks no real badness can come from this adolescent, and he is surprised to find out that she goes to confession often. But, he knows better than to let himself rely on the appearance and looks of a woman to decide her character. From experience, he knows first impressions can be deceiving, and he can never tell if a woman is a saint or a sinner just by a glance. He asks a few questions, and she manages to charm him with her bold and candid manner. Because his mind is not as sharp at sixty as it used to be at a younger age, he allows himself to be her confident."
"He starts to empathize with the girl, especially when he finds out that the convent school and the nuns are the reasons she is drinking. Also, he takes into account the fact that the girl grew up without her mother's care and supervision; therefore, he thinks it is understandable for her to drown her sadness in alcohol once in a while."

Tags:Father, Cassidy, priest, confession, sinner

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The paper relates that as most experts would agree, VoIP technology will eventually replace traditional telephony systems. That is, it's not a matter of if; it's simply a question of when VoIP will replace traditional phone services (Cassidy 183). The paper posits that in any case, for most companies, deciding whether to make the move to VoIP is a complex subject. In light of this fact, the paper identifies and defines key elements that would be used to determine if a conversion from traditional telephony to a VoIP solution is in the best interests of a company.

From the Paper
"As most experts would agree, VoIP technology will eventually replace traditional telephony systems. That is, it's not a matter of if; it's simply a question of when VoIP will replace traditional phone services (Cassidy 183). In any case, for most companies, deciding whether to make the move to VoIP is a complex subject. In light of this fact, the following discussion identifies and defines key elements that would be used to determine if a conversion from traditional telephony to a VoIP..."

Tags:voip, telephony, pbx

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The paper relates that inclusion in infant toddler education has growing relevance and importance as the "overall percentage of infants and toddlers receiving services under Part C of IDEA increased by 40 percent between 1994 and 2000 which highlights the fact that increasing numbers of young children with disabilities need specialized care and education in the United States" (Hestenes, Cassidy, Hegde, and Lower). Given this trend, the purpose of the current study is to help infant/toddler teachers be more effective in the classroom by understanding fundamental truths about inclusion.

From the Paper
"The following discussion examines the topic of quality infant toddler education. Specifically, the current study examines critical issues related to inclusion in infant toddler education. As reported, this issue has growing relevance and importance as the "overall percentage of infants and toddlers receiving services under Part C of IDEA increased by 40 percent between 1994 and 2000 which highlights the fact that increasing numbers of young children with disabilities need specialized care and education in the United States" (Hestenes, Cassidy, Hegde, and Lower)."

Tags:infant education, toddler education, ece

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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the book "Angel Fire," by Ron Franscell, about an American family caught up in the effects of the Vietnam War. Specifically, the paper looks at the relationship between the men in the book - Daniel McLeod and his brother Cassidy, whose roles in the family are redefined after Daniel returns from Vietnam. The paper explains why "Angel Fire" is considered a novel of tragedy and triumph.

From the Paper
"It is this bond that takes Cassidy back to New Canaan, and holds him to his brother when he returns from the dead. Cassidy has to learn not only that he can get along without his brother, but that it is all right, and the only place logical for his lessons is New Canaan. The story is not just about the incredible bond between the brothers, but about how that bond becomes like a shackle for Cassidy, something he cannot seem to get rid of in his adult life. He seems to think, even if unconsciously, that he will never measure up to Daniel, and that it is Daniel who has made him what he is, even to putting some of Daniel's stories in his novel. He is unable to separate himself from his brother, and so the book is just as much about the separation as it is about the bond."

Tags:Wyoming, New, Canaan, Tia, death, angels

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This paper demonstrates how Bannerji's essay is an example of the sociological imagination. Cassidy et al's article is used in the argument. The sociological imagination is a way of looking.