The Paramount feature film GOAT, starring Nick Jonas, Ben Schnetzer and James Franco, is based on the memoir by Brad Land. GOAT tells the story of two brothers who become embroiled in hazing at a college fraternity. What occurs in the name of ‘brotherhood’ tests both boys and their relationship in brutal ways. Below are some talking points you can use to facilitate discussion about the film. GOAT TALKING POINTS While this film depicted events that happened in a fraternity, hazing happens in many walks of life. The similarity is that events can quickly escalate and get out of control with unexpected consequences.

• What were some of the ESCALATION POINTS and how could they have been prevented? • What were the EARLY WARNING SIGNS? • What might you look for that could help you WALK AWAY and GET HELP?

The events in the film are based on a memoir written about a fraternity experience from the early 90s. A lot of progress has been made since then to combat hazing. There are now laws against hazing in every state where we are having these sessions.

• Do you think enough progress has been made to prevent this from happening on this campus? • What more can be done? • Do you feel as if there is a safe and effective way to report suspected hazing if you see it or hear

about it? • Knowing there are several legal and educational consequences for hazing, do you think some

people still take that risk? The film highlights HIDDEN HARM – events that take place in our past that can affect how we react and handle situations we are faced with. You never know when interacting with your teammates and friends, what they might have been through.

• How can we foster a culture of respect across campus? • How can we look out for each other, regardless of what groups, teams, clubs, or chapters we

might be in? • Think about experiences you have had in the past and how something unexpected might

resurface those memories.