Drama review for West Wing
Drama review for West Wing
West Wing
â¢Â   Know the network, the dates and the creator.
â¢Â   From our article by Giles & Giles, explain the concept of prime time presidentiality. What is their point about the effect that TV and films have on our view of the presidency?
â¢Â   To that end, why does TWW use such long shots and weaving tours of the White House?
â¢Â   Know the key characters, President Jed Bartlet, Leo McGarry â chief of staff, Toby, Josh, Sam & CJ â the key staff, Charlie â the presidentâs personal assistant.
â¢Â   Consider contrasting portrayals of the presidency as conveyed in the character of Jed Bartlet. In the pilot episode, where there is a confrontation with members of the Christian right, how does Bartlet enter? What is the overall portrayal of the president in this first episode?
â¢Â   Whatâs the essential storyline of the episode A Proportional Response? How is Bartlet portrayed through most of this episode?
â¢Â   What is it about Bartletâs position in A Proportional Response that is valid? What is less defensible, less in tune with the values of the American presidency?
â¢Â   Consider the end of the episode â when the President is dismissive of a potential new staff member - Charlie, and ultimately confronted by his chief of staff â Leo. What does this cumulative narrative say about the holder of the oval office?
â¢Â   What does the West Wing say about the power of the presidency?
â¢Â   How is the humanity of the President â and the humanity of his inner team â central to the showâs portrayal of what the presidency is about? What is said about our reliance on the collective wisdom of our leaders to make reasonable decisions?
â¢Â   Include some commentary on the liberal perspective of the program â and its sense of patriotism.
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