Research Paper On Slumdog Millionaire

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In a society where technology is exceptionally prevalent in the average, everyday American life, watching movies is all too common. Over the years, many highly rated movies have hit theaters, store shelves, and eventually the internet on entertainment application outlets. Some of these booming films have been labelled as "life-changing" or "revolutionary to society" by both commentators and the average man. A relatively new movie that has received both of these strong titles multiple times is Slumdog Millionaire, a 128-minute film about an ordinary boy who conquered all by having little. Jamal Malik, an 18-year-old Indian Muslim, is a contestant on the Indian version of the gameshow Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Before he answers the final question, which would win him ₹20 million, the police capture and torture him because they suspect him of cheating. They believe it would be physically impossible for a "Slumdog" to know the answers to such complex questions when he has received little to no education. Jamal explains in detail the certain life instances he experienced throughout his childhood that provided him with the correct answers he needed to spiral himself from rags to riches. …show more content…

These countries with corrupt government systems live in worse-than-poor living conditions and are struggling to survive daily. Due to lack of life experience, many children and teens are unaware of this heart-rending epidemic. Since this is true, it is important for parents and guardians to inform the youth that life is truly a blessing, and to not take the privileges they may have for

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