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Antigone Small Group Discussion
Small Group Discussion
The Antigone Small Group Discussion focuses on topics of identity, family, media and discrimination. Focused on the powerful film Antigone, it includes a 20-minute recorded conversation with filmmaker Sophie Deraspe and star Nahéma Ricci, with pause points for classroom discussion, and a lesson plan.
The lesson plan explores identity, family, media, and discrimination using a roundtable format.
Learn more about the film and special guest speakers below.
This Resource Is:
- Free of charge
- Interactive with discussion prompts
- Suitable for Grades 9-12
- Presented in French, with an English-subtitled version available
About the film
antigone
In her last year of high school, straight-A student Antigone (Ricci) finds her life suddenly overturned when one of her brothers is murdered by a police officer, while the other is arrested. Having lived in Montreal since arriving as a refugee with her family over a decade ago, Antigone faces a terrible choice.
She wants desperately to help her brother in prison, but doing so will put not only her promising future in jeopardy, but also her ability to stay in Canada. As her story becomes a media sensation, Antigone becomes a symbol for a movement of justice, as she makes a decision that will change her life forever.
See here for a content advisory of the film.
About the guests
Please note: Guest biographies reflect their roles and achievements at the time of recording.
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