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?The Waste Land? and "The Fisher King", 2006.
A comparison of the themes in the Thomas Stearns Eliot poem "The Waste Land" and that of the film "The Fisher King".
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper reviews, compares and contrasts the poem "The Waste Land" by Thomas Stearns Eliot and the movie "The Fisher King". The author of the paper argues that both the poem and the movie deal with similar themes. While the poem is about the fall of Western civilization into a world of madness and chaos without meaning, the movie can be interpreted as a modern day parable of the cynicism that pervades our society and how we can reclaim our lives from the ruins of society. The paper discusses other similar themes as well, including the loss of innocence and the rediscovery of lost youth. The paper also cites evidence that both the play and the film have characteristics of Homeric similes.
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"Eliot's poem touches upon the decline of civilization and the inability of individuals to bring about change. This same theme is touched upon in The Fisher King where the trappings of modern society destroy individuals and individual lives. Jack in the beginning saw the young urban professionals, "yuppies", as enemies of society, yet he did not realize that the true enemy was the structure of society which created a populace of mostly uncaring and dispassionate individuals. By denouncing them, he becomes an instrument of the forces that corrupt society which he had fought against. It is this realization that makes him fall from grace through the discovery that his comments on the radio to a listener had caused the death of those in the bar."
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"The Fisher King", 2002.
A report which analyzes Robin William?s fictional character (Parry) from the movie, "The Fisher King".
1,180 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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In this essay, the author analyzes Robin William?s fictional character (Parry) from the movie, "The Fisher King". The paper contains five sections. First, it discusses the problem and gives its history. Second, it discusses the psychosocial background of the individual in question. Third, behavioral observations are given, and the importance of these are discussed. Fourth, the paper gives a DSM-IV diagnosis of the individual in question. Finally, a brief treatment plan is given for the client, and a prognosis is given.
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"Given that the primary diagnosis is that of post-traumatic stress disorder, treatment will focus mainly on treating this psychological problem. First, the acute symptoms of anxiety and depression will be treated with a commonly used prescription drug, Prozac.
Second, it is highly recommended that the client undergo intensive, personalized psychotherapy. This therapy should focus on dealing with his wife?s murder, and Parry?s feelings of guilt, loss, responsibility and betrayal. It is recommended that the client also undergo inpatient group therapy. It is recommended that the client undergo therapy as an inpatient, to allow constant supervision. The prognosis for this client is excellent. This assessment is based on his high degree of self-awareness, high intelligence, and the inherent potential for treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder."
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Delusional Disorder in "The Fisher King", 2005.
This paper discusses the subject of delusional disorder that appears in the film 'The Fisher King' by Terry Gilliam.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, $ 53.95
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In this paper, the stress of seeing the traumatic murder of his wife had launched Parry into a schizophrenic personal identity crisis. The delusional disorder or vision of the Red Knight and the quest for the Holy Grail further exacerbate Parry's problem with his own grief. However Davidson's article points out that subjective and objective reality is crucial in defining a case such as Parry's which help him find an external stimulant Jack to return him to his former self. In this manner, Jack helps to confirm and validate Parry's delusional state which opens Parry's mind to the error of delusions.
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"This psychological study examines the nature of delusional disorder within the film 'The Fisher King' by Terry Gilliam. By understanding the repressed memories of a homeless man in New York City, the trauma and stress of his life in Parry, the central figure in 'The Fisher King', have created a delusional disorder in his behaviors. Throughout this film Parry represents the classic delusional disorder by his traumatic memories from the murder of his wife, which created a delusional identity from the medieval poetic figure Percival in the Arthurian quest for the Holy Grail. In this manner, the psychological states of delusional disorder within schizophrenia will explained within the context of the movie, and help to identify Parry's condition regarding his actions within the story, as told by director Terry Gilliam."
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Biopsychosocial Assessment of Antwone Fisher, 2007.
A biopsychosocial assessment of Antwone Fisher, the main character in the 2002 American drama, "Antwone Fisher," directed by Denzel Washington.
3,470 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 97.95
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This paper presents a biopsychosocial assessment of a 24 year old, African-American male, living on a United States Naval Base who was referred to the U.S. Navy Pacific Fleet Medical Center for psychiatric evaluation, after pleading guilty to assault on a superior, non commissioned officer. It is an assessment of Antwone Fisher, the main character in the 2002 American drama, "Antwone Fisher," directed by Denzel Washington.
Table of Contents:
Identifying Information
Reason for Referral/Presenting Problem
Client's Description and Functioning
Physical and Economic Environment/Occupational Situation
Current Social Functioning
Family Situation
Sexual/Emotional Relationship
Personal and Family History Relevant to Current Focus
Assessment
Psychological/Social and Emotional Functioning
Worker's Understanding of Client's Presenting Situation
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"Using cognitive therapy, supported by the theories of object relations and attachment, Dr. Davenport has assisted client in recognizing maladaptive behaviors and modeling appropriate social interaction. Information processing looks at the development of the mind in terms of how one processes information (Schore, 2003). Schore (2003) defines feelings as how one appraises a situation and decides what action to take. The working model explains how experiences are processed and stored in memory, stating that early experiences are carried forward in life. When information is excluded, it is harder to update that information when new information is presented. This creates contradictory working models in the individual. Cognitive disconnection occurs when a person disconnects or redirects what they think or feel. Previous reports by Dr. Davenport describe client, "He's honest, even in his anger." Dr. Davenport assess client as, "upset with his family because they didn't come to his rescue." Client is able to acknowledge that he brought his problems with him to the Navy, and that the fights he has gotten in to, have nothing to do with the Navy. The client shows accommodation, adjusting his existing schema when new information is presented, through the knowledge gained from reading various books given to the client by Dr. Davenport. The client's progress in overcoming his anxiety associated with building relationships is evident in the growth of his relationship with his girlfriend, his ability to form a secure attachment to Dr. Davenport. "
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Antwone Fisher, 2006.
A synopsis of the film, Antwone Fisher.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the clear yet intense psychodynamic between Fisher's conscious and unconscious reactions to events in his past. The paper further discusses how in many ways the early part of the film marks a serious form of unconscious reactions relating to violence and abusive behaviors. When the movie begins to become more enmeshed in Davenport's discussions with Fisher, the layers of memories become more profuse when understanding why he behaves this way in the present tense.
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"Who was Antwone Fisher? Was he cured or healed? If yes Why? If no Why? What are the Curative factors in the film? What was said, what was done? Antwone Fisher (Derek Luke) is a navy man that is troubled with violent outbursts and is uncooperative on the base in which he is stationed. In the beginning of the film, Dr. Jerome Davenport (Denzel Washington) cures Fisher through his psychoanalytical approach towards Fisher's repressed childhood memories. In many ways, working through the horrific events of Fisher's childhood ultimately helps him to realize why he behaves so violently toward others. Sigmund Freud's--a famous psychologist--theories on repressed memories is the foundation for Davenport's cure, as he gets the young navy man to realize how he can resolve these abusive memories (Bloom 134). "
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Black Masculinity In "Malcolm X" and "Antwone Fisher", 2005.
Compares the representations of black masculinity in the films "Malcolm X" and "Antwone Fisher".
678 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 23.95
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This paper compares the expression of black masculinity as seen in two films, Spike Lee's "Malcolm X" and Denzel Washington's "Antwone Fisher".
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"In two films, "Antwone Fisher" and "Malcolm X", we see two different portrayals of black masculinity that evoke the progress in race relations in the United States. This is progress that has caused change in black masculinity in African-American males. In "Malcolm X", black masculinity is presented as one that is abusive toward women and views them as sex objects. Black masculinity is equated to anger, violence and radicalism. In "Antwone Fisher", modern black masculinity is tempered by racial progress and demands a more sensitive..."
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Fisher Scientific International, 2001.
A company analysis discussing strategic directions and what the company needs to do to maintain goals.
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper takes a look at the goals set by "Fisher Scientific International" :Maintaining its leadership position in laboratory supplies and laboratory instruments, developing international markets, and increasing licensing and consulting associated with its technology division software products. These goals are then analyzed and the paper proceeds to discuss what needs to be done in order to achieve these strategic goals.
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"To accomplish there strategies Fisher must continue to make acquisitions to maintain or improve market share in the medical supplies, laboratory equipment, and chemicals businesses. Fisher has a head start over most of their competitors in the international arena. They must continue to invest in international infrastructure although it will take some time for this investment to impact Fisher?s profits. The Technology division generates revenue with relatively little investment by the parent company. With the follow on consulting business for each licensee of their products, the opportunities for revenue and profit growth is better than in any of Fisher?s core businesses. Fisher must continue to invest in its? software products to maintain its? lead by upgrading its? existing software products and developing new software products as needed."
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Fisher Price Marketing, 1999.
Evaluates the needs for thefirm's marketing of the "ATV Explorer" toy. Examines pricing, segmentation, industry conditions and management.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, $ 47.95
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This case study is a microcosm of many concepts of marketing, many of them far removed from what appears to be a simple price-point problem. That price-point problem is stated in the beginning -- a mold price for a projected toy can't be made for a budgeted price, thereby resulting in the need for a higher price ($18 versus $12). This was a strong point of departure for the Fisher-Price company, since few of its items sold for more than $5 (Diamond, 1971, 1).
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FISHER PRICE TOYS
Introduction
This case study is a microcosm of many concepts of marketing, many of them far removed from what appears to be a simple price-point problem. That price-point problem is stated in the beginning -- a mold price for a projected toy can't be made for a budgeted price, thereby resulting in the need for a higher price ($18 versus $12). This was a strong point of departure for the Fisher-Price company, since few of its items sold for more than $5 (Diamond, 1971, 1).
Segmentation
Overall, the Fisher-Price toy company is a conservative operation that has an industry segment in the category of well manufactured, reliable ..."
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"Forgive and Remember" by Charles L Bosk and "To Do No Harm" by Roberta J Apfel and Susan M Fisher, 1993.
An examination of the works on medical ethics including surgical errors and failure and use of the synthetic hormone DES.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, $ 47.95
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"Medical professionals each day must make life-and-death choices about patient care, best estimates regarding diagnosis, difficult decisions about new treatments, and a wide variety of other decisions regarding the welfare of patients. Often, these decisions are to be made under conditions of stress, with little time available for considering the options. In other cases, decisions are made based on the best available data, and this data may be flawed, with errors that may not be revealed for years. In such an atmosphere, ethical dilemmas are bound to be a constant issue. Charles L. Bosk in Forgive and Remember: Managing Medical Failure (1979) and Roberta J. Apfel and Susan M. Fisher in To Do No Harm: DES and the Dilemmas of Modern Medicine (1984) examine different aspects of the ethical dilemmas facing the medical establishment today and consider the responsibility..."
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"Finding Fish", 2008.
A review of the book "Finding Fish: A Memoir" by Antwone Fisher.
996 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 35.95
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The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss, and analyze the book "Finding Fish: A Memoir" by Antwone Fisher. Specifically it discusses the book and the welfare system that let Antwone down. The paper relates that Antwone Fisher was a child with no family, a mother in prison, and a ward of the state, and he grew up in foster homes where he was abused and mistreated. The paper then looks at how the book shares Fisher's life story, and tells how he triumphed over adversity to become a successful player in Hollywood.
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"The educational system failed him (at least until he met Mrs. Profit), by allowing him to skip school without notifying his family, and by turning a blind eye on what was happening to him at home. They ignored the signs of abuse and neglect, and they let him down when he needed them the most. In fact, all the social services agencies let him down in a variety of ways, from not doing a mental health evaluation on the Picketts to abandoning the children without regular check-ups and home visits. The system let all those foster children down by allowing them to remain in a terrible situation, and by not recognizing the situation in the first place. This illustrates how important the social welfare system is, and how easily it can be perverted. "
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"Getting to Yes", 2005.
A review and analysis of Roger Fisher and William Ury's "Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In".
2,351 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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In their book, "Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In." Roger Fisher and William Ury provide some timely guidance on how to approach negotiations without losing sight of what is actually important, as well as several steps that can be followed to help achieve this goal. This paper provides a review and analysis of Fisher and Ury's book, followed by the author's personal views and assessment of these issues. A summary of the research is provided in the conclusion.
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"According to Charles R. Epp, it is widely recognized that the overall organizational environment in the United States has become more and more legalized, in the sense that basic decision-making processes and substantive policies in public organizations are increasingly influenced by legal rules and procedural requirements that are enforceable in the judicial system (Epp 2000:407). Marc Galanter (1992) likewise observed that life in the United States (and several other societies) is becoming increasingly subject to legal forms and procedures, influenced by lawyers, and governed by formal regulations. In an essay by Folger et al., the point is made that, "Conflict is, by nature, interactive. It is never wholly under one person's control. . . . Conflict interaction cycles acquire a momentum of their own. They tend in a definition direction -- toward escalation, toward avoidance and suppression, or toward productive work on the conflict" (409). In their book, Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In, authors Roger Fisher and William Ury provide an excellent introduction to the key elements of a consensual approach to negotiations. All too frequently, they say, conflicts in the workplace are framed entirely around contrasting positions, a tendency that only serves to constrain the scope of possible agreements to the range between the two positions. By contrast, a focus on underlying interests or concerns points to a much wider set of options that take into account the fundamental interests at play. This focus on interests has been widely disseminated through their book, Getting to Yes (Gleason 1997)."
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Business Negotiations, 2004.
A comparison between traditional bargaining methods and the bargaining method outlined in Roger Fisher and William Ury's book, "Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In".
1,780 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper compares the positional method of bargaining to the new, more thought-out method of Fisher and Ury. The paper explains positional bargaining as a bargaining approach where each party takes a stance, or position, that reflects everything he or she desires, thereby putting each party in an adversarial position and fostering a win-lose situation. In contrast, Fisher and Ury's method is defined as a rational way to approach negotiating, which creates an atmosphere where both parties benefit, thereby creating a win-win situation.
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"Positional bargaining can almost be thought of as the ?cartoon version? of bargaining. It?s the sort, though, that most people think of when the term bargaining arises. The image is one in which each party takes a stance, or position, that reflects everything he or she desires. The other party does the same. Fisher and Ury note that haggling over a price is typical of this kind of bargaining (p. 11) with both sides hoping to meet closer to their own starting position than the other party ends up. This makes the parties into adversaries and can, say Fisher and Ury, harm the parties? relationship. They suggest that a far better way to carry out negotiations is from the basis of principles, and they outline four that should be used in all negotiations, indeed, at each stage of the process of reaching an agreement."
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"Finding Fish", 2004.
A review of the book, "Finding Fish: A Memoir," written by Antwone Quenton Fisher.
1,773 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper discusses and analyzes the autobiography of Antwone Quenton Fisher, "Finding Fish: A Memoir". The paper explains that Fisher is a successful Hollywood director, writer, and producer, and his rise from a humble beginning to power and prestige in Hollywood is more than the story of his life; it is a testament to what a strong and determined person can accomplish in America. More than that, the paper contends that the story shows that a man can conquer his past, no matter how difficult it is, and that a tragic childhood does not have to end up as a tragic and wasted life.
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"Antwone Fisher clearly led a difficult life, and he needed many personality characteristics to survive and ultimately thrive. He is a strong young man with a good attitude, which helps him overcome many of the obstacles placed in his life. In addition, he has a vivid imagination and often loses himself in daydreams, which help remove him from the stark realities of his life. He also has vivid dreams that he remembers throughout his life, which give him hope during difficult times. In fact, he notes in the book, "Against all the realities of not knowing who I was, where I came from, or where my place was in the world, this led me to believe that I was somebody and I belonged somewhere" (Fisher 59). His daydreams and dreams were his salvation, but as he grew older and the realities of life set in, he stopped relying on his mind and his sense of wonder to make him happy, and he became more bitter and unhappy."
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Gandhi's Life, 2007.
A review of the book "Gandhi: His Life and Message for the World" by Louis Fisher.
1,026 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses the book "Gandhi: His Life and Message for the World" by Louis Fisher. The paper analyzes Mahatma Gandhi's life and contributions to the concept of passive resistance and peace activism. It describes how the choices that Gandhi made throughout his life may have affected his family, particularly his wife. Finally, the paper reviews and grades the book by Fisher.
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"Some aspects of Gandhi's personal life, such as his celibacy, are also addressed, and it is not clear how they may have affected the life of his wife. The impact of Gandhi's life upon those who loved him, although this is addressed, is given short shrift at times. Gandhi was married at age thirteen. (Fisher, p.10) He lived with the same woman all of his life, although he made a vow to become celibate at age thirty-seven, and to refuse to employ an untouchable to conduct such household chores as emptying a chamber pot. How these decisions may have affected his wife goes largely unmentioned. Gandhi saw himself as belonging to the public, not to his family, although the author engages in some psychological speculation, wondering if Gandhi felt some guilt about his sexuality. (Fisher, p.32)"
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?Presidential War Power?, 2002.
This paper discusses the War Powers Act of 1917 based on Louis Fisher?s book ?Presidential War Power?.
3,015 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 88.95
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This paper reports the history of the power of the presidents to declare a state of emergency and to wage war based on the book ?Presidential War Power? by Louis Fisher.This paper explains that the concept of presidential War Powers stands in contrast with the ideas of the framers of the Constitution, who believed that Congress and the President should make the decision to wage war jointly. The author reports that Fisher argues that the War Powers Resolution needs revisiting; that Congress is never conferred with when the United States is involved in military actions.
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"International policy continued to be dictated by Congress: although the President was responsible for the army and navy. In some cases, the President would maintain an activist foreign policy, setting an agenda that would be succinctly approved by Congress. This was the case during the Mexican-American War, when President James K. Polk ?notified Congress that ?war exists.?? Calhoun, the most prominent Carolinian politician of the day, was one of the few dissenters. His response was: ?I distinguish between hostilities and war, and God forbid that, acting under the Constitution, we should ever confound one with the other.? (Fisher 32) That members of Congress might even remain this level of circumspection even when the continental United States was attacked by an invading foreign power gives one some impression of the keen grip Congress wished to maintain on war-making authority."
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