"Strawberry and Chocolate is meant to signify how political and social ideas can be changed through compassion and acceptance and, as Shields (2004, p.242) argues, "through a postmodern process of image creation”. As we see David's values, navigating Cuba as a Marxist and committed to revolutionary change, as Diego educates and introduces him to a world outside of the Castro regime, through rejected American goods and art. We see this in the final scene before Diego leaves for Cuba. David is eating the "gay" flavor of strawberry ice cream, while Diego comments to David, "The only problem is, you're not gay", to which David responds. , "Nobody's Perfect" showing the acceptance of homosexuality and the process of change. Diego decided to leave Cuba, as Strawberry and Chocolate shows the flaws of the revolution (Dennis, 1995) with Diego's options limited due to his sexuality revolution, the government needs to be more open minded about sexuality and culture. However, with the success and breakthrough of Strawberry and Chocolate presenting Cuba's social and political problems, gay rights in Cuba are now openly debated and discussed (Dennis, 1995). Say no to plagiarism. Get a tailor-made essay on "Why Violent Video Games Shouldn't Be Banned"? Get an original essay Within Moolaadé we witness Sembene's desire to alter social behaviors in Africa, we see this when Collé explains to his daughter that uncircumcised women make good wives, “A Bilakoro is a good wife” the last Amasatou's word represents the slight glimmer of hope for change within the village, “I am and will remain a Bilakoro”. Amasatou is not turning into a man and stands for what he believes. Similarly, in Battleship Potemkin, the film can demonstrate how a lone activist, defending what he believes is a basic human right, can transform himself into a supporting force for change for the better. As we also see hope through the elder's comments, "I am sorry that my girls were cut, Allah is my witness, no other girl will ever be cut." Overall, from the study of Battleship Potemkin, Moolaadé and Strawberries and Chocolate, the viewer is able to critically discuss the different ways in which socio-political issues can be presented in cinema. All three films were enormously successful in garnering a political and social response, whether through cinematic elements, aesthetic footage, or the power of strong storytelling. Depending on what kind of socio-political issue the director wanted to convey to the audience, it all depended on what kind of filmmaking method he would use. For example, editing was used in Battleship Potemkin to create tension and a powerful individual emotional response. As well as sparking political debates and discussions on issues intertwined within it such as class, human rights and religion. Moolaadé, has used the power of storytelling within a strong community of women, to stand up and fight for what they believe is right. No matter what their age in the movie, everyone has a voice and everyone has an opinion. They are not shown as victims. Therefore, the viewer must root for the women in the story to succeed and then critically discuss the socio-political issues of contemporary Africa. Finally we have Strawberry and Chocolate. Strawberry and Chocolate, does not use any aesthetic technical editing or camera work, but instead uses cinematic elements within its shots to discuss socio-political issues. Where these issues may be harder to see."