Help, The
PG-13, 2011, Walt Disney Pictures
Director:
Tate Taylor
Starring:
Viola Davis, Bryce Dallas Howard, Jessica Chastain, Octavia L. Spencer, Ahna O'Reilly, Emma Stone
Plot:
Three very different, extraordinary women in Mississippi during the 1960s, build an unlikely friendship around a secret writing project that breaks societal rules and puts them all at risk. From their improbable alliance a remarkable sisterhood emerges, instilling all of them with the courage to transcend the lines that define them.
1
White woman won't share bathroom with black woman
Themes: Judging, Outward Appearance, Prejudice, Racism
2
Mother nags single daughter about getting married
Themes: Dating, Marriage, Mother-Daughter, Parenting
3
Self image shouldn't depend on others' opinions
Themes: Beauty, Outward Appearance, Pleasing Others, Self-Esteem, Self-Image, Self-Pity, Teen Issues
4
Pastor preaches courage is self-sacrifice (Exodus 4:10)
Themes: Bible Illustration, Bravery, Courage, Love, Loving Enemies, Self-Sacrifice
5
"Christian" refuses to help woman in need
Themes: Compassion, Generosity, Helping Others
6
Mother's quick temper hurts small daughter
Themes: Discouraged, Embarrassment, Encouragement, Parenting, Raising Children
7
Woman rejected by peers
Themes: Acceptance, Belonging, Meanness, Rejection, Shame
8
Woman fires friend to please social club
Themes: Appearances, Conformity, Peer Pressure, Pleasing Others, Pride