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Human Rights Through Film

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Overview

Resources to accompany film screenings to engage students in a discussion of complex issues.

Resource details

Publication date

Resource types

Lesson plan, Further education resources, Secondary education resources, Teaching resource

Age levels

Secondary education, Further education

Age groups

11 to 14 years, 14 to 16 years, 16+ years

Education theme

Teach human rights

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Resources to accompany film screenings of Slumdog Millionaire, Blood Diamond, The Kite Runner, Hotel Rwanda, Good and Persepolis including:

  • Blood Diamond (15+) A comprehensive teaching resource including lesson plans, drawings by child soldiers and much more to support an indepth study of the film and the issues it raises. 
  • The Kite Runner (12+) Additional companion guide including activities and lessons to engage students in a discussion of complex issues such as ethnic diversity, gender inequality, and the interplay between upper and lower socio-economic and political classes in Afghanistan. (pdf)
  • Hotel Rwanda (12+) Three lessons and various activities for teachers to use in conjunction with a screening of the film.