Submit your final Identity Exploration Project here. This project will take different forms for each student and should be discussed with the professor in advance. Feedback will be provided in the Identity Selection paper and the Annotated Bibliography. The assignment you submit here should match the final Identity Selection paper and proposal you finalized earlier in the semester.
Minimums for typical formats—if you select a format other than the below ensure you discuss minimum expectations with the professor.
Papers must be 8-10 pages in length.
Use the movie interstellar for the movie
and focus on the identity theory concept for writing the paper itself
i started the first 2 pages below , can you please add to what i wrote below to make it 8-10 pages long in lenghth
this is the first 2 pages that i have so far from the paper , can you add to this information below / make it better
and make it total of 8-10 pages long . this is where i left off from;Tirek Austin-Cave
MDS-393C
In the realm of cinema, few films manage to intertwine the vastness of cosmic exploration with
the intricate web of human emotions as masterfully as Christopher Nolan’s “Interstellar.” This
film, set against the backdrop of an dying Earth, embarks on a journey through space in search
of a new home for humanity. At the core of this interstellar voyage is Joseph Cooper, a character
whose narrative arc is defined by his struggle to balance two pivotal aspects of his identity, that
of a father and that of an astronaut. This paper aims to delve into Cooper’s dual identity,
exploring how it serves as the narrative and emotional fulcrum of the film and offering insights
into why this particular facet of “Interstellar” stands out for further exploration.
“Interstellar” presents a near-future Earth plagued by environmental disasters, where humanity’s
last hope rests on the shoulders of a group of astronauts tasked with finding a new planet capable
of sustaining human life. Among these astronauts is Cooper, a former NASA pilot and engineer,
who is also a devoted father. The film brilliantly navigates through themes of love, sacrifice, and
survival, setting Cooper’s personal dilemma against the broader quest for humanity’s continuity.
Through its epic narrative, “Interstellar” not only captivates the audience with its scientific
intrigue and visual spectacle but also engages them on a deeply emotional level through the
portrayal of Cooper’s internal conflict that he has on him
Staying in space longer to help humanity or come back to earth before his kids out age him due
to the time difference out in space
Cooper’s character is a compelling exploration of duality. His identity as an astronaut represents
humanity’s exploratory spirit and determination to survive, while his role as a father reflects the
deeply personal and emotional ties that bind him to Earth. This is central to the film’s narrative,
as Cooper’s decision to join the mission and leave his children behind embodies the tension
between the drive to ensure the future of the human race and the immediate emotional pull of
familial love. It is this struggle that renders Cooper’s journey profoundly relatable, mirroring the
universal human experience of balancing personal desires and responsibilities that we can all
relate to when it comes to personal desires .
The choice to focus on Cooper’s dual identity is motivated by the depth and complexity it brings
to “Interstellar.” This aspect of the film not only enhances its emotional resonance but also
prompts the audience to reflect on broader philosophical questions about duty, love, and the
sacrifices one is willing to make for the greater good. Cooper’s character, therefore, becomes a
lens through which the film explores these universal themes, making his narrative arc not just a
personal story but a reflection of the human condition which I love very much and makes this
movie great to watch for all audiences.
