Mel Gibson
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I agree that films are films whose primary role is as a medium of enterntainment, and thus should not be held accountable for historical accuracy.
However, that being said, I think the lot of us here are more than familiar with the fact that the line between drama, docu-drama, and documentary is becoming increasingly blurry. And given that there is an enormous role being played by film as an ambassador of culture in this world of american globalization – this blurry line becomes even blurrier.
I don't have a solid opinion on this particular mel-induced incident, though I do try to keep in mind that my perspective of film is likely vastly different than much of the rest of the world – not better or worse, just different.
As for mel being pissed and cursing - well, its bad form indeed. but he has an opinion and a right to express it, as does a professor who wants to challenge his point of view.
I hope for bunnicula's sake, and the sake of other students there that they both continue to have gues lecturers as well as heated, controversial debate from faculty – sounds like exactly what a college experience should be.