Sometimes, generational differences can mean that family members do not always understand one another.
In the short fi lm My Strange Grandfather by Dina Velikovskaya, a young granddaughter is dismissive and even ashamed of her grandfather’s strange behaviour, but she learns that his peculiar actions allow him to create a real miracle.
1. What music do you hear in this fi lm? 2. What sound effects are included in this fi lm?
Explore
1. Do you think the grandfather and granddaughter in this fi lm have a good relationship? Give two reasons for your answer.
2. There is no dialogue between the grandfather and his granddaughter. In your opinion, does this add to or take from the fi lm? Explain your answer.
3. Are there any similarities between the Aer Lingus advertisement on page 235 and the short fi lm My Strange Grandfather? Write a paragraph exploring the similarities between the family relationships shown in each.
Create
Choose one scene in which the grandfather and granddaughter are together. Work in pairs to write a short piece of dialogue between the two characters. When you have fi nished, act out your dialogue for the class.
