Catherine, the heroine of the film, is a new teacher just out of the cottage. With great passion and enthusiasm, she comes to Wesley Women’s school. She is eager to reform this school by breaking the axe. In her opinion,she thinks the rules and ways of the school is abnormal. She thinks women can keep a balance between family and study, and women should not be trapped at home. Therefore,she encourages the student Jone to pursue her studies. However, contrary to her wishes, Joan made her own decision and didn’t tell her. Catherine was shocked and chose to respect and blessing finally. At the end of the movie,many students who used to disagree with her made different choices under her influence, and they eventually smiled from their heart. Catherine, undoubtedly, is bold and avant-garde. But to some extent,she always looks at the choices of students from her perspective. However,it can’t be said that it’s anyone’s fault. Everyone has different educational background and living environment. As a teacher,she should respect everyone. The mind of a person can’t be changed easily. But in any case,our society has become more and more inclusive,more and more enlightened because of many human beings like Catherine.
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