The Utpian Genre / IN TIME

 


https://www.wikihow.com/Analyze-a-Movie

 

Here are 10 study questions for the movie In Time that explore its themes, characters, and societal implications:

  1. Concept of Time: How does the film use time as a currency? What does this say about the value of life and societal structure?

  2. Class Division: Discuss the social classes represented in In Time. How does the disparity between the rich and the poor affect the characters and their actions?

  3. Protagonist’s Motivation: What drives Will Salas to take action against the system? How do his motivations evolve throughout the film?

  4. Relationship Dynamics: Analyze the relationship between Will and Sylvia. How does their connection challenge or reinforce the film's themes of wealth and survival?

  5. The Role of Authority: How are law enforcement and authority figures portrayed in the film? What do they represent in terms of control and oppression?

  6. Moral Choices: Explore the ethical dilemmas faced by the characters. What moral compromises do they make in their fight against the system?

  7. Symbolism of Time: Discuss the significance of the clock tattoos and how they symbolize the characters' lives and struggles.

  8. Rebellion and Resistance: How do Will and Sylvia's actions serve as a form of rebellion against the societal norms? What impact do they have on those around them?

  9. Impact of Technology: How does the film depict the relationship between technology and society? In what ways does it contribute to the themes of control and freedom?

  10. Ending and Reflection: What message does the film convey through its conclusion? How does it invite viewers to reflect on their own relationship with time and value?

These questions should help foster a deeper understanding of the film's themes and encourage critical thinking about its societal implications.

 

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Imagine the following situation: Movie Night at University

 

Individual Long Turn                                                                                                4-5 min

You study at the University of Natural Resources and Life Science, Vienna (BOKU) and you organise a movie night. For your international colleagues you introduce the film before you show it.  

  • Make a short introduction to lead in the movie
  • Give reasons why this utopian movie is worth watching
  • Give some examples of famous novels and films of the utopian genre
  • Point out parallels between the movie and the real world, considering the concept of time zones and the life expectancies in the world
  • Describe migration as an omnipresent phenomenon through history 

 

Paired Activity                                                                                                           8-10 min.

After the film you take some dinks with your colleagues. There you converse about:

  • several aspects of the movie, like rebellion, civic courage, civil disobedience, conformism vs. individualism; etc.
  • discrimination in Europe/Austria against foreigners and people with different origin
  • the problems and chances of migration and the solutions to fight discrimination in Austria/Europe

 

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Conspiracy Theories

 



 



List of Conspiracy Thoeries

 https://www.livescience.com/11375-top-ten-conspiracy-theories.html

 

  • Task: Choose one conspiracy theory from the list below (or propose another one for approval). Prepare a short presentation (3–5 minutes) to present on Teams and again in class.
  • Requirements:
    1. Give a brief summary of the theory (what it claims and who supports it).
    2. Explain the origin and history of the theory (when and where it started).
    3. Provide key “evidence” used by supporters and any major counter-evidence or debunking.
    4. Discuss why people might believe this theory (psychological, social, political reasons).
    5. Conclude with your assessment: is the theory plausible? harmful? why/why not?
  • Format and materials:
    • Teams post: upload your video and  short bibliography or links to sources.
    • In-class: oral presentation 3–5 minutes, optional short handout or slide.
  • Cite sources: use at least two reputable sources (news outlets, academic articles, books, fact-checking sites). 
  • Grading (overview): clarity, accuracy, critical thinking, use of sources, presentation skills.
  • Deadline: Post your video on time! 

List of 36 conspiracy theories (choose one)

  1. Moon landing hoax (Apollo landings were faked)
  2. 9/11 inside job (controlled demolition / government involvement)
  3. JFK assassination conspiracy (multiple shooters / cover-up)
  4. Area 51 and alien technology cover-up
  5. Roswell UFO crash hidden by government
  6. Chemtrails (aircraft trails used for secret programs)
  7. Flat Earth theory
  8. New World Order (secret global government)
  9. Illuminati controlling world events
  10. Global elite and population control via vaccines
  11. Anti-vaccine movement (vaccines as harmful / population control)
  12. COVID-19 as a planned or engineered virus
  13. COVID-19 vaccines contain microchips or tracking devices
  14. QAnon (deep state cabal and child-trafficking claims)
  15. HAARP (weather or earthquake control program)
  16. 5G causes health problems / mind control
  17. Bilderberg Group secret world control
  18. Fake deaths / “crisis actors” used in mass events
  19. Paul is dead (Beatles conspiracy about Paul McCartney)
  20. Princess Diana’s death was an assassination
  21. The Protocols of the Elders of Zion (antisemitic fabricated plot)
  22. Secret government mind-control programs (MK-Ultra)
  23. The Denver International Airport conspiracies (bunkers / symbolism)
  24. Freemasons manipulate politics and finance
  25. Hollow Earth theory
  26. Suppressed free energy or suppressed inventions by corporations/governments
  27. Tobacco/healthcare conspiracies to hide cures (e.g., cancer cures suppressed)
  28. The “Sandy Hook” hoax claims
  29. False flag operations staged by governments to justify war
  30. Climate change denial as a global scientific conspiracy
  31. The “Montauk Project” (time travel / mind control experiments)
  32. Cryptids and government cover-ups (e.g., Bigfoot captured and hidden)
  33. The “Great Replacement” conspiracies about demographic engineering
  34. Secret lunar bases or colonies hidden by authorities
  35. False moon phases / manipulated astronomical events
  36. Alien-human hybrid programs / government-human alien agreements

 

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Describing a Picture

 


 
 




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