How have movies have impacted U.S. culture and lifestyles? Do you see any similarities between the Communist Hunts and Blacklisting of the 1950s and any issues in the news today? Do movies lead the way to more diversity, or do they lag behind “real life” on that topic? Why do you feel that way? What are your thoughts on how women have been depicted in movies? What did you read in these articles that support your point of view? Is the image of/roles for women improving? Based on the readings, and your own experience, what would you consider a “high-brow” movie? What is your favorite movie, and why? Do you go to movie theaters, or do you tend to stream movies on your own device? Why?