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Understanding Justice in the Movie "The Ox-Bow Incident

Explore the themes of justice, culture, and morality in the classic film "The Ox-Bow Incident." Analyze the evidence used in the conviction, the impact of the Mexican Gunslinger's prior record, and the influence of local culture on the events surrounding the ox-bow. Discuss why nobody wanted to carry out the hanging and consider if justice was truly served. Delve into Mr. Martin's final letter, the role of law in society, and how personal beliefs shape perceptions of justice. Choose from essay topics to critically analyze these complex issues.

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Understanding Justice in the Movie "The Ox-Bow Incident

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  1. 5/8/07BR- What the heck is an ox-bow? Today: Finishing the Movie and Getting Your Final Assignment (for the movie)

  2. A few final questions.. - What sort of evidence was used to convict them? - How does the “Mexican Gunslinger’s”prior record affect the type of justice he and the group receives? - How do you think the local culture affected the circumstances at the ox-bow - Why do you think no one wanted (even the “tough” guys) to actually carry out the hanging?

  3. Final Project Possibilities A - Essay 2 pages typed In all essays you will be graded on clear writing style and how well you support your thesis with evidence from the movie.

  4. Essay Topics • Was “justice” done in this movie? Why or Why not? • Write Mr. Martin’s final letter to his wife. • How did local culture and personalities affect the events in this move • Martin writes, “"Law is a lot more than words you put in a book, or judges or lawyers or sheriffs you hire to carry it out. It's everything people ever have found out about justice and what's right and wrong." What do you think that means and how does it apply to justice?

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