PICTURE POSTCARDS FROM L.A. (JOSHUA KADISON)

Talking Points

1. Describe the two main characters of the song !
2. Analyze the structure of the song !
3.1. Describe Rachel's plans !
3.2. How does the piano player judge her plans ?
3.3. Why doesn't she make her dreams come true ? Why do her friends pretend to believe in her future ? Wouldn't it be better to be realistic ?
4. Rachel's dream is typical of "the American dream". Explain !
5. Do you know other works of art where people have their illusions ?