Spanglish is examined.

These ideas are explored:

In the movie SPANGLISH, there are two women portrayed: the mother of the narrator and the employer. Compare and contrast the two portrayals, stressing the human values of each. Is there stereotyping in either or both of the portrayals? Cite examples from the film. Discuss specific ways in which the Adam Sandler character stays true to his human values by returning to his family. Cite examples from the film. At the end of her college application essay (at the end of the film), the narrator says, "I am my mother's daughter." Explain what she means in terms of her human (family) values. Cite examples from the film.