This week we're taking a look at a couple of 'bad guys' (be sure to see the other video) in cinema. Here's another scene from 'The Untouchables' (we saw one a few lessons ago with Sean Connery and Kevin Costner). In class I'll be giving you a little worksheet, but for now I'm just asking you to watch the scene and study the language used (there's British and American accents in the scene, which is a nice mix). In the meantime, here's a couple of broad questions about the context of the scene, and on Capone's opinion about the law which enables him to do 'business':
1. What controversial law was in effect in Chicago (and in the whole USA) during the 'reign' of Al Capone?
2. What interesting observation does Capone make about laughter?
3. How does Capone view his role in the 'illegal' sale of alcoholic beverages?
4. In what way in Capone being less than honest with the British journalist about his business practices?
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