Yes, I believe Mr. Sawicki's characterization of Steve. Sawicki describes Steve as "talented, bright, and compassionate," indicating a positive perception of his character. He emphasizes that Steve's work depicts his neighborhood in a "positive manner," suggesting that he sees the good in his environment. Furthermore, Sawicki's assertion that "to make an honest film, one has to be an honest person" underscores his belief in Steve's integrity. This connection between Steve's filmmaking and his character reinforces Sawicki's view of him as honest.
O'BRIEN
Can you give us your opinion of Mr. Harmon's work?
SAWICKI
I think he's an outstanding young man. He is talented, bright, and compassionate. He's very much involved with depicting his neighborhood and environment in a positive manner.
O'BRIEN
Do you consider him an honest young man?
SAWICKI
Absolutely.
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O'BRIEN
Nothing further.
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PETROCELLI
You said you're a teacher in Mr. Harmon's school. Do you live in his neighborhood?
SAWICKI
No, I don't.
PETROCELLI
So although you want to vouch for his character, isn't it fair to say that you don't know what he does when he goes to his neighborhood and you go home to yours?
SAWICKI
No, it's not. His film footage shows me what he's seeing and, to a large extent, what he's thinking. And what he sees, the humanity of it, speaks of a very deep character.
PETROCELLI
What was he doing on the afternoon of December 22nd? Did he show you a film of that day?
SAWICKI
No, he did not.
PETROCELLI
Do you feel that the ability to make a film means that someone is honest?
SAWICKI
It is my belief that to make an honest film, one has to be an honest person. I would say that. And I do believe in Steve's honesty.
—Monster,
Walter Dean Myers
Do you believe Mr. Sawicki’s characterization of Steve? Give evidence from the passage to support your answer. make the writing short
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