Josie Andrews 412 Midterm Projects

Aunt March: Class Conflicts

This clip shows class issues that were paramount during the Great Depression. Jo and Meg must work to help support the family during the Civil War, and Jo’s “job” is to read to Aunt March. In contrast to Laurie’s opulence that is open and generously shared with the March family, Aunt March’s wealth is stingy and cold, just as her temperament. The film’s moral message about wealth, class and human character is clear, making it easy for the audience to identify with Jo and difficult to identify with her Aunt.

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