Curage (A Civil Action)

In the course of this movie, Travolta’s character undergoes a dramatic change that explores the difficulties of individuality and morality among the secular world. Travolta’s character is introduced to the audience as a cold-hearted trial lawyer, concerned with wealth and social standing. When a case concerning the poisoning of local children by a large company is presented before Travolta, his character dismisses the case immediately, because of the lack of financial reward. While moments of humanity and compassion are exhibited by Travolta, clearly this attitude is indicative of Travolta’s skewed vision of what is truly important in his life. At the time the case is presented, Travolta works for a small law firm, comprised of him and three other lawyers. The firm shares Travol

Perhaps what is most impressive about the stand that Travolta makes, is its inherent humility. Travolta’s courage is simple and concerned with justice and compassion. Courage is often noted in conjunction with facing enemies or overcoming danger, and is very often rewarded with recognition or status. However, in this case there is no reward, and Travolta must be content with his dignity as he faces bankruptcy and social rejection. In this way, the audience is even more impressed, because the courage exhibited is selfless and meager compared to many other examples, making it all the more impressive. This film inspired me. Not so much offering me something that I hadn’t already obtained, rather building onto what I have discovered. Courage is not something one can obtain easily. It must be learned rather than earned. When Travolta approaches the defending lawyers, attorneys who have manipulated the very court and judge he is facing, he epitomizes human courage and strength. Often I am faced with challenges I know will be difficult at best to achieve. After staring down the face of your opposition, however, the strength build

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