FILM: There’s Something in the Water | Directed by Elliot Page | Available on Netflix

Analyzing Documentary Film Assignment (60 points)

To get full credit for each question, you must answer the question fully (i.e., if there is more than one question within a question, answer them all). On some, there is a correct answer, but not on all. When you download this document to answer these questions, make certain to keep the question on the document you submit.

1. What are the environmental issues this documentary focuses on? (2-4 sentences) (3 points)

2. After you watch the film, take a moment to reflect. What are you led to believe are the causes of these environmental issues? Were these causes explicitly articulated or were they implicit or implied? That is, how intentional was the filmmaker in calling attention to those responsible for the environmental issues in the film? (1-2 short paragraphs) (10 points)

3. Are there possible causes or factors that the film omits based on what you’ve learned in class? If yes, what were they? If not, explain what causes they discussed that aligned with this class. (1-2 short paragraphs) (10 points)

4. Reflect on this documentary using a critical criminology lens. (1 paragraph) (5 points)

5. Does the film highlight issues around environmental racism or poverty? In other words, does the film implicitly or explicitly point to the fact that those affected by environmental issues usually are poor people of color, Indigenous peoples, or white poor people, (all with little political power). If yes, how? If no, where/how could they have included them? (1-2 short paragraphs) (10 points)

6. Make three separate connections between what was in this film and what we have covered in class thus far. Make these connections explicit, do not expect me to know what connection you’re making. I recommend writing this answer in separate bullet points, with 2-4 sentences for each. (12 points, 4 points per connection)

· Connection 1:

· Connection 2:

· Connection 3:

7. Reflect on this assignment. Questions to consider: Did you enjoy watching this film? Why or why not? What did you learn that you did not know before? What was the most difficult part of this assignment and why? Do you have any suggestions on how I can improve this assignment in the future? Any other comments? (1 paragraph) (10 points)