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Blinded by the light 201912/5/2023 It was noted that this was an accurate portrayal of the time, that there is power in family structure, that the preservation of respect for the community, children, school and family is an important quality. Several in the discussion group have experience with teaching in the Muslim community and could relate to the insularity and protectiveness as presented in the film. Javed's struggle is not only with cultural identity (from the Dancing in the Dark lyrics: I check my look in the mirror I want to change my clothes, my hair, my face) but also in navigating within his oppressive family culture. The format is familiar, "Where do I fit in?" seen as the teenager looks for a place to sit in the canteen.
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