The Movie Woodlawn

The Movie Woodlawn Student's Name College/University Course Code and Name Professor's Name Due Date "Woodlawn" follows a 1970s Alabama high school football team during racial tensions. This analysis examines the film's organizational structure, culture, leadership communication, and change dynamics. Organization Structure and Operation "Woodlawn" centers on the high school, football team, and town. The system is hierarchical, with Coach Gerelds and school administrators in charge. Top-down decision-making involves leadership giving team members orders (Athisu TNK, 2020). Identity/Brand of the Organization Teamwork, tenacity, and faith define Woodlawn High School and its football team. The film shows that the organization values its football legacy and community-building efforts (Athisu TNK, 2020). Cultural Dimensions Analysis Power Distance The film depicts a hierarchical system with respect for authority. Players and staff respect Coach Gerelds, who significantly impacts the club (Athisu TNK, 2020). Uncertainty Avoidance The turmoil of racial integration causes mild uncertainty avoidance in the organization (Athisu TNK, 2020). In times of racial tension, people seek stability and follow conventions. Individualism-Collectivism Woodlawn values teamwork and shared goals (Athisu TNK, 2020). Members value collective accomplishment over individual recognition and building togetherness (Peterson et al., 2019). Masculinity-Femininity The organization emphasizes competitiveness, aggressiveness, and strengt...