Spellbound

           Neil and Ashley were both very competitive spellers in the movie Spellbound. Neil's main motivation seemed to have been his father, Rajesh. Both, of these very smart individuals did this to bring honor to them and their family. Neil seemed to have some better resources to study than what Ashley had at her home. Also, I think Neil would have had a better chance than Ashley because Neil's sister was in the spelling bee, then Neil would know what to expect from it. I also think that Ashley talent in spelling was not as respected at her school as much as Neil's talent was at his school. Neil seemed to take a spiritual aspect to the spelling competition also. Everyday either before or after he studied his words Neil would meditate to remain calm and stay in touch with his inner self. Also, during the competition Neil's father Rajesh payed people in India to pray that Neil would win the spelling bee, and if Neil won the Spelling Bee then Rajesh would pay for $10,000 worth of food. Although these to great spellers did not win the Spelling Bee they both strived for greatness.