Film Lens
The documentary 'Apples and Oranges' focuses on the dynamics of bullying and name-calling among schoolchildren. It features a classroom setting where students are encouraged to share various derogatory names they have encountered or used, such as 'fart master', 'four-eyes', and 'lesbo'. This exercise reveals how these words affect both the speaker and the target, highlighting the emotional impact of bullying in a school environment.
Through discussions and interactions, the film illustrates the strategies children use to cope with bullying, including seeking revenge or telling an adult. It also touches on the complexities of social hierarchies in schools, as seen in the interactions between characters like Cindy and the victim of her bullying. The film emphasizes the importance of respect and kindness, culminating in a musical segment that reinforces the message that being cruel is not acceptable.
Why Watch
- •See how kids react to name-calling in real-time.
- •Find out what strategies students use to deal with bullies.
- •Meet characters like Cindy and explore their motivations.
Did You Know
•Students in the documentary list over 20 different derogatory names.
•One student mentions that if someone disses their mom, they feel justified to retaliate.
•The film features a scene where a girl is bullied for having gay parents.
•A student suggests using a trick to escape bullying by saying 'Your mom's behind you.'
Perfect For
Parents of school-aged childrenEducators and teachersAdvocates against bullying