The Godfather is widely regarded as one of the greatest films in history and is revolutionary for its extensive symbolism. Learn about director Francis Ford Coppola's decisions in images, colors, sound, and dialogue and relate them to themes of crime and justice, family and loyalty, and the American identity. Analyze reasons behind filmmaking decisions and appreciate filmmaking. Students should be advised that some scenes shown will include violence.

Gain a deeper understanding Baltimore's history using web tools. Segregation is a painful but visible part of Baltimore's cityscape. We will use Google Maps and Street View to explore the city's physical and human geography that contribute to this segregation. Students will learn a brief history of Baltimore's segregation and interpret it through looking at particular streets.