In the HBO documentary, Shouting Fire, director Liz Garbus addresses the controversies surrounding the fundamental rights contained in the First Amendment.The film focuses on both historical and modern day examples of how this amendment has been used to define society and political debates.
The film's thesis seems to point to the changing interpretations of this amendment as the rights contained in it have undergone varying expansions and contractions.
Based on your reading, class discussions, and viewing of this movie you are to write a review of the film. As you write this review there are a number of things to keep in mind.
1) Don't simply summarize the movie. Instead you are to critically analyze the stories and information contained in it.
2) Your review should focus on the questions raised and answers provided as to First Amendment debates.
3) Make sure your review includes the historical examples provided in the film along with addressing the modern day issues.
4) Finally, make sure your review has a clear thesis or argument.
