Movie Scenes
What was Bob's first experience with culture shock?
When Bob first arrives in Tokyo after a long flight
How many dimensions are in GLOBE?
nine
Who plays Charlotte in the movie?
Scarlett Johansson
What cultural concepts/dimensions were demonstrated the strongest by Bob and Charlotte?
assertiveness
What was the movie about?
- Exploring a new culture
- loneliness
- Isolation
What is GLOBE?
Cultural analysis of leadership qualities comparing cultural values to actual practices
Why was Bob in Tokyo?
To film
What are the two meanings of the movie title "Lost in Translation"?
1. the characters have trouble with the Japanese language in several scenes
2. Both Bob and Charlotte are lost within themselves
What product brand did Bob film the commercial for?
Suntory Whisky
What are three different dimensions of GLOBE?
1. Assertiveness
2. In-group Collectivism
3. Institutional Collectivism
4. Future orientation
5. Gender egalitarianism
6. Humane orientation
7. Performance orientation
8. Power distance
9. Uncertainty avoidance
Why was Charlotte in Japan?
To accompany her husband, John, on a business trip
In one of the film’s opening scenes, Bob was seen given what?
Gifts and business cards (meishi)
What colour did Bob's wife like the most for their new carpet?
Burgundy
What is the difference between institutional collectivism and in-group collectivism?
Institutional collectivism is seen between people of the same status in an institution, while in-group collectivism occurs between people who chose to group
Who is the director of "Lost in Translation"?
Sofia Coppola
What could the two lead characters have done differently to better understand and interact with Japanese culture in a more meaningful way?
Be more open to new experiences
Which toy did Bob get for Charlotte while they were at the hospital?
Owl Plush
What was the example given about uncertainty avoidance in the Powerpoint?
The two leads are uncertain when they arrive, which is representative of their average uncertainty avoidance
What's Charlotte's husbands name?
John
What are the two overarching lessons of the film?
1. in an unfamiliar culture, an outsider can learn to overcome their culture shock and bewilderment and begin to engage with the culture in a more meaningful way
2. Having someone else to support you cultural adjustment is a huge advantage