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Analysis Of Sacrifice In The Film Strictly Ballet, By Harper Lee

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In the world of ballet the issue of sacrifice comes up daily. Skipping sleepovers, parties, family vacations, and living an average teenage lifestyle to participate in practices and rehearsals, is something that every serious ballet dancer must deal with in their life. Others have to deal with sacrifice when facing tough decisions. Will someone sacrifice their spot in society or even their life to protect and honor what is right? In the novel To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, as well as the documentary series by Teen Vogue titled Strictly Ballet, the core topic of sacrifice is prominent.

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