Metcalf

The context of this movie is very important to the actually importance of this game and why winning this game became so important for the American team. In the beginning of the movie it reveals that this took place during the cold war where there was tension between the Russia and the United States. This built up the game and the since of nationality that these men had because it became a way to show power and strength. A lot of times we talk about sporting events being like war and this was truly acting like one. I think you feel the most since of nationality when the coach and teams start to talk about the "us vs them" mentality or the fact that it is not just a hockey game but it is USA vs. Russia. I think this can be sort of related to the Palestine event, because they were tying to show how strong their country is. The only different is the fact that this was an actual competition. To be identical or comparable for that matter the Palestine's would have needed to do something like have a surprising team finish etc.