Problem
Both "Mildred Pierce" and "Rebel Without a Cause", reflected/challenged major societal events in their respective decades. Discuss in detail, the event in the 1940s which influenced the creation and content of "Mildred Pierce"? Choose 2 specific moments from the film that show this. Similarly, what was occuring in the 1950s, that was reflected/challenged in "Rebel Without a Cause"? Provide 2 specific examples form this film. Which film did you think did a better job portraying its issue? Which film did you prefer and why?