Raising Victor Vargas
1) Are the characters represented in an “authentic” way? Explain why or why not. In your response define what “authenticity” means to you. Who determines what is authentic?
2) How is gender represented in the film? Provide specific examples. In what ways does the film perpetuate “traditional” gender roles, and in what ways does it challenge them? In what ways does the film treat patriarchy and/or machismo, if at all? In what ways does it treat feminist resistance, if at all?
3) What does the film say about the role and function of family and religion? Are these representations exaggerated racist stereotypes or accurate cultural representations? Can they be both? In what ways is such representation problematic and/or affirming?
