The film segment chosen was the final scene from Stanley Kubrik’s 2001 A Space Odyssey made in 1968. As the name would suggest‚ the film is set almost entirely in the future. Already having projected itself over 30 years into the future‚ it would be safe to assume that this motion picture offers a wealth of imagery and futuristic vision. It does. It is towards the end of the film‚ however‚ that Kubrik offers this to us on a much greater scale. In these few minutes‚ we are presented with the dawn
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The events that took place on Tuesday September 11‚ 2001 were anything short of horrific. I can only attempt to select words to describe how the terrorist attacks caused a great nation to feel: shocked‚ saddened‚ appalled‚ frightened‚ even enraged. Immediately Americans rallied up‚ not long thereafter‚ calling for an act of retaliation. Obviously‚ the mastermind of the event does indeed deserve to get what?s coming to him‚ but just exactly how far should the US take it? No matter what‚ the United
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the terrorist attacks on that happened on September 11‚ 2001. This event was the first time in American history where we as a nation felt vulnerable to attacks. The aftermath from 9/11 has ensured that we made drastic changes to our security by enacting policies‚ and agencies such as the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)‚ Department of Homeland Security (D.H.S.)‚ U.S. Northern Command (NORTHCOM)‚ U.S.A. P.A.T.R.I.O.T. Act of 2001‚ and the Homeland Security Act of 2002. The D.H.S. consolidated
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http://www.casetutors.com/22115/Coke-versus-Pepsi-2001-V-4-1.html Coke versus Pepsi 2001 V 4 1 Case ID - UVAF1340 Solution ID - 22115 1836 Words Abstract This case analysis takes into consideration the post 2001 period in which PepsiCo acquired Quaker Oats Company. The case analyzes the rivalry and competitive relationship between PepsiCo and Coca Cola. The case puts forward the concepts of EVA WACC and CAPM. The main goal of the case is to analyze the health of both companies in relation
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Abstract This paper discusses the impacts of the September 11‚ 2001 terrorist attacks on the aviation industry. Specifically‚ how aviation industry members were forced to alter their marketing mix in response to the events. The four "P ’s" of marketing were all modified. The airlines had to change their product (route structures) and their prices. They also had to change their promotion tactics to ease the customer ’s "fear factor". Lastly they had to alter the means of delivering their product
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GAMM302 Gaming Regulations and legal Environment 2009/2010‚ second semester Written Assignment Topic: H istory of the 2001 -2002 concession public tender process in Macau Name: Lau Hiu Tung Number: B-A7-0070-2 Date: 30 April 2010 Abstract The purpose of the report this time is to share and have a discussion in the concession public tender process in 2001 – 2002. By reading this sharing‚ I hope we can have a clear picture about the whole tender process‚ what has happened‚ and how
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September 11‚ 2001 to the future is the drastic economic change and the general health effects to those located in New York. The attacks had a significant economic impact on the United States and world markets‚ including the stock exchanges and the demolition of thousands of small businesses. Also‚ the collapsing of the towers created a toxic dust‚ which developed illnesses in thousands of victims‚ including first response rescuers. Therefore‚ the historical significance of September 11‚ 2001 is the economic
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in this world worth dying for? Is it worth it to risk everything over and over again for something that may never even be reached? This question is an essential part of The Hero’s Journey and has been tried and tested in both Homer’s The Odyssey and 2001: A Space Odyssey by Arthur C. Clarke. Being able to see the similarities between these stories is imperative to better understand the role of the Hero’s Journey. The four most beneficial sections that relate the two stories are supernatural aid‚ the
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Business Analysis on Sony Corporation for the years between 2001 and 2011 Overview Looking back on the past decade of Sony Corporation‚ opportunities walked along with challenges. The “combination of giants” between Sony and Ericsson caught attention of the whole world. The invention of mini vertical mobile phone promptly captured the youth market. When Sony Ericsson was at its best‚ its sales figures were ranking Top Three in European and American markets. However‚ since 2008‚ Sony Ericsson
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The terrorist attacks on September 11‚ 2001‚ were acts of terrorism against the United States and its allies. These attacks killed thousands of people‚ and left the United States in disbelief. Compared to previous history‚ international terrorism is different in many ways. We cannot win a war solely on military might. United States must fight terrorist organizations‚ networks‚ and anyone who wishes to put fear in people around the world. However‚ the United States must be prepared to respond and
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