Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Butterfly Circus



Written by Joshua and Rebekah Weigel; directed by Joshua Weigel
This short independent film tells the tale of a travelling circus that brings hope to the destitute during the Great Depression. One day, a man without limbs joins their troupe and must discover who he is by accepting himself. He learns that the other performers have experienced great suffering, which has enabled them to transform passions once used for evil into beautiful gifts they share with others.
Doctrine: Morality of the Passions, Dignity of the Human Person
Audience: high school
Use: Show clip to students in explanation on how the passions can be transformed into virtue or vice.

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