In 2-3 pages and in APA format, critically reflect on portrayal of violence or maltreatment in popular culture. To analyze a representation of violence, students will identify and examine a portrayal of a particular act or type of violence. Students may select from a wide spectrum of representational media such as public memorials, museum exhibits, entertainment media (TV, movie, comic books etc.), personal narratives, journalism, documentary film, photo reportage, or websites.

Reflection papers should answer the following questions:

What is the incident or topic of violence that is presented? When did it happen? What were the contributing factors?
What is the goal of the portrayal? Considering the principles discussed in class, how successful or problematic is the portrayal?
What feelings did this portrayal of violence elicit in you?
How have other people responded to this portrayal? Use online critiques as resources.