Tuesday, September 30, 2014

The Other Sister- Post 3


    Carla is self-determined to go to a “normal” high school and receive a “real” diploma, in order to become a veterinarian technician someday. During the dance scene, it is evident that all of Carla’s hard work has paid off and she has passed all of her exams in her “normal classes.” Learned helplessness is demonstrated throughout the film, especially when Carla feels like no matter what, Danny will never be good enough for her, in her mother’s eyes. Although she loves him, no matter how hard she tries to win over her mother’s approval, he will never be good enough for her, because her mother believes she “can do better.” Not only did Carla wish to attend a “normal” high school and take “regular classes,” but also she wanted an apartment all to herself where she could grow independently and assume more responsibilities.  

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