Weird Colonial Science

"Weird Science," a movie from the '80s shares similarities with works written around the 1700s. It is unlikely at first glance of their material and style that the two are similar, but they do have common themes and purposes. Crevecouer's writing "What is an American" shares a common theme of newfound freedom with "Weird Science." America is newly free for, Britain while the boys in the movie are newly free from their parents. On another note, there are two purposes that the colonial writings have in common with "Weird Science." The movie serves to teach a lesson about the teenage years and evolving socially. It also teaches that relationships are unpredictable, as can be seen by Lisa's relationship with the boys. It is apparent that the purpose of "Model of Christian Charity" by Winthrop is also to teach because the introduction of the work states, “Winthrop intended his words to focus, challenge, and inspire the little community” (Winthrop 1). Lastly, the movie compares to "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" by Edwards because they both serve as a warning. The boys experience unexpected twists, like Lisa's desire to throw a party, and the people of colonial times experience temptation to sin.