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DeAndre Harris discusses his research on the film Boys in the Hood from a sociological perspective. He explores the portrayal of social issues such as gang violence, poverty, racial inequality, and absence of fatherhood. Through research, he examines different perspectives and biases in reviews and articles about the film. Audiences' reactions to the film were influenced by socialization, gender, age, and personal experiences. Harris acknowledges his own biases and uses sociological theory to understand complex social phenomena. He challenges assumptions and explores how structural factors contribute to violence and inequality. Harris concludes that it is important to critically analyze social issues in the film and consider their broader implications for society. Hello, this is DeAndre Harris, and today I will be discussing my findings on the film Boys in the Hood through a sociological lens, specifically I will be examining personal and societal assumptions around the film and its portrayal on social issues as well as reflecting on my own biases and assumptions. Now this film delves into critical social issues including gang violence, poverty, racial inequality, and absence of fatherhood. To understand these issues more deeply, I did research to explore various perspectives and responses to the film. Now in my research, I located three reviews and articles discussing the film Boys in the Hood. These sources represented diverse perspectives including professional reviewers, bloggers, and audience members from different age groups and backgrounds. I applied my research questions to these sources to uncover assumptions and biases regarding the film and its social issues. The reviews revealed a range of assumptions and expectations audiences bring to the film. Some viewers found the portrayal of social issues in Boys in the Hood to be realistic and accurate while others found it surprising or disturbing. Audiences' reactions were influenced by factors such as socialization, gender, age, and personal experiences with the depicted issues. Understanding my own assumptions and biases, I realized that I may have held preconceived notions about the film based on my own background and experiences. By acknowledging these biases, I can approach my analysis more objectively and critically examine the film's portrayal of social issues. The use of sociological theory helps challenge a personal and societal assumptions by providing a framework for understanding complex social phenomena. For example, applying conflict theory to Boys in the Hood allows me to explore how structural factors such as poverty and racism contribute to the perpetuation of violence and inequality in urban communities. My initial assumption may have been that gang violence is solely the result of individual choices. However, though, through the lens of sociological theory, I can recognize the broader systemic forces at play such as economic deprivation and social marginalization which shape the environment in which the choices are made. Now, in conclusion, my research on Boys in the Hood has highlighted the importance of challenging personal and societal assumptions when analyzing social issues in the movie. By applying sociological theory and critically examining diverse perspectives, I aim to provide a nuanced understanding of the film's themes and their broader implications for society.