Depression Era (1930 – 1940) which address Social Class

  Topic 1 Watch a film from the Depression Era (1930 – 1940) which address Social Class as part of its narrative. You may choose one of the films from the “Depression Era Films” list in Week Three’s Content. Identify the social classes in this film and briefly describe them. Is there any one class that is seen as better than the others, or worse than the others? Explain. The concept of the American Dream - that anyone through hard work can succeed, no matter who they are or where they are from - is an important aspect of America’s self-image as a capitalist democracy. In what ways does the movie you watch speak to The American Dream? Can you give examples of the the American Dream in other films you have seen?