Product Description
Bridge of Spies is useful for teaching about the Cold War in U.S. History and AP World History: Modern classes .
Film runtime: 2 hours and 22 minutes.
Film rating: PG-13. Common Sense Media also rates Bridge of Spies appropriate for ages 13+.
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Bridge of Spies Discussion Guide
This guide offers questions to encourage critical thinking, powerful discussion, and expanded understanding of the Cold War, the U-2 incident, the Berlin Wall, and constitutional issues of major importance.
Each key section includes driving questions and a timeline of historical events. The sections can be used on their own or in conjunction with other sections. The guide also features additional resources for further reading and study.
- The Cold War
- The U-2 Program
- Jim Donovan, Attorney-at-Law
- The Case of Rudolf Abel
- Going to Berlin
- Implications for Today
- Additional Resources
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Related Resources
- For teaching about the Cold War, we also recommend our Hidden Figures Curriculum Guide and Hidden Figures Discussion Guide.
- This Steve Spielberg film was nominated for six Academy Awards; Mark Rylance won the Oscar for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role for his portrayal of Rudolf Abel.. Learn more about teaching with Academy Award Wining Films.
- We also offer educational resources for two additional Steven Spielberg films: Schindler’s List and The Post.
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