Who was responsible for the death of Graham Waters' brother? Officer Hansen (Tommy)? Graham? His mother? Himself? Please discuss your reasons.
- When the Thayer's were pulled over by Officer John Ryan, Mr. Thayer chose to apologize to avoid being arrested? What were the consequences? Do you think he made the right decision? Why or why not?
- This movie is set in Los Angeles, a city rich in diversity. Do you think that an area with such diversity would be more open or close minded about differences? Why?
- Is it appropriate to ask someone their ethnic background? Why or why not? Would you prefer to have someone ask you about your background or assume it?
- What do you think caused Anthony to be so defensive about being black?
- What lessons, if any, did each of the characters learn? What lessons in life do you think teach people to be more accepting of others differences?
- Which character was the most unethical? Why?
- Which character was the most ethical? Why?
19.What lesson did young Lara teach to Farhad when he tried to shoot her father for not fixing the lock and the store being vandalized? - Do you think that opinions like Officer John Ryan holds can be changed? How?