Race

Even though we have only watched the film Crash for one day so far, it is clear that racism is the main theme. Blacks, whites, Hispanics, Asians and more are all targeted for their race, while having their own prejudices as well. It's sad to think that this is what America is actually like, because there is so much racism and even violence occurring in the film. One example is when Sandra Bullock's character assumes the man changing her locks is going to give her key to his friends so they can rob her. In reality, we see that the man is hurt by Bullock and is a hardworker and a loving father who would never do anything to hurt Bullock or anyone else. Many Americans are truly not sociologically mindful and don't think about how others are affected by what these people say and do. I myself have often heard many kids and even adults being clearly racists and giving into hurtful stereotypes. One time when I was in the car with my friends we saw an Asian woman in an accident on the side of the road and one of my friends went on to say how they weren't surprised it was an Asian since they are typically such poor drivers. It is a shame to hear people being so openly racist and allowing stereotypes to be so prevalent in today's society. Many people don't stop to think about how they would feel if they were the ones being targeted for their race, which is something people have no control over and don't deserve to be ridiculed for. I feel that it is important for Americans to be more aware of other races and try harder to tolerate others and try to ignore stereotypes and give everybody a fair chance, regardless of their race.