Hope - Short Film

The film is called Hope. Make a prediction about the film based on the title and the connotation of the word "hope."

The waves wash away the word 'hope.' Make a prediction about what this could be foreshadowing in the film.

Explain why the filmmakers may have chosen to give the baby turtle a significant limb difference.

Explain how the turtle's interaction with the fire and the chips is an example of dramatic irony.

Based on your knowledge of predictor and prey relationships, predict what will happen next.

The viewer can assume that the turtle is about to get eaten. Why would the filmmakers choose to show the beauty of the island immediately before the turtle's demise?

Assume that the filmmakers intended the title Hope to be ironic. Explain what their message may be.

Assume that the filmmakers intended the title Hope to be genuine. Explain what their message may be and where the viewer is supposed to find hope in the story.

Based on your interpretation of the film and title. Write a theme statement that can be derived from the film.