Life and Debt Assignment
In the documentary “Life and Debt” the focus is, on the challenges that Jamaica has encountered in its development. To contribute to this week’s asignment your task is to provide an analysis of the film. Please incorporate the following points into your analysis without addressing each one.
Link: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Debt-Michael-Manley/dp/B07GQ8R99D
Questions
1.What were the development challenges and dilemmas that Jamaica faced in the film? Be specific and address examples from the film.
2. How did the IMF loans facilitate or hinder Jamaica’s development goals? What were the conditions of the loans? What were the consequences?
3. Describe at least two key ideas/concepts from this week’s lectures and readings that are reflected in the film. Be specific and provide examples.
4. What would you advise the Jamaican government to do in order to promote economic development?
5. Discuss and explain two issues you found particularly important and interesting while watching the film. Provide concrete examples.
6. What are the documentary’s main strengths and weaknesses?
