Rudy Compare And Contrast

In both the book of Genesis and the movie Rudy, underlying themes contribute to the development of the plot development. Most notably, the theme of struggle is an obvious element present in both works. The following essay will serve to compare and contrast this theme as it relates to both works. In the family of Rudy Ruettiger, Rudy is the youngest of a large family. He has older brothers who are bigger, stronger and more athletic than he is. In the opening scenes of the movie, the brothers are playing football and Rudy is playing the position of all-time center. Because he is so small, his brothers tell him to play this position so that he can be more or less “out of the way” while the game is played. Rudy tries to persuade his brothers to let him play wide receiver, but they refuse. The movie progresses, and it is clear that Rudy has his heart set on playing football for the Fightin’ Irish of the University of Notre Dame. His family, who are all employed with the family-owned steel mill, are doubtful that he will succeed but support him nonetheless. After two long years of rigorous study at Holy Cross College, Rudy is finally accepted into the University. He spends the next year on the practice squad of the football team, never getting the opportunity to dress for a game. When the final game

Under the rule of the Egyptians and forced into slavery, the Israelites were forced deal with adverse conditions that impeded them from achieving their hope of one day making it to the Promised Land. Their patience was tested, as Rudy’s was. They, like Rudy, also felt like quitting their journey because of their lack of progress. But, with Moses’ guidance (and in the case of Rudy, the guidance of a befriended janitor), both parties make it to their respective promised lands. Relentless perseverance and trust are what preserved both the Israelites and Rudy through their