Philosophy - Critical Thinking About Michael Moore's Documentary 'Bowling for Columbine'

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Philosophy - Critical Thinking About Michael Moore's Documentary 'Bowling for Columbine'

Critical Thinking About Michael Moore's documentary 'Bowling For Columbine' Name:______/24 Marks [16 + 8=24] APP Analysis: Reactions: Purpose What do you think was Michael Moore's ultimate purpose in making the documentary ? Why ?

Question at Issue ? What is the major question or issue posed by the film ? Are there larger issues covered ? What is at stake ?

Information What information and/or evidence does Moore provide for his conclusions ?

Interpretation and Inference When you read between the lines, what messages are you getting from the film maker about the issues ?

Concepts What are the major concepts or big ideas in the film ?

Assumptions What are Michael Moore's assumptions and biases ?

Implications and Consequences What are the implications and consequences of Moore's conclusions ?

Points of View or Perspectives What are the different perspectives represented in the documentary ?

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