What would ethical formalism say about the decisions of a central character or characters?

For this assignment you are to choose one of the following films (some are available streaming on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, etc.) and analyze it according to what you have learned in the textbook regarding Criminal Justice Ethics. (RECOGNIZE THAT ANALYZE DOES NOT SIMPLY MEAN SUMMARIZE!):
1.) Serpico
2.) Crash (2004, written, produced and directed by Paul Haggis)
3.) 12 Angry Men
4.) Shawshank Redemption
5.) Dead Man Walking
6.) Training Day
7.) The Seven Five

Successful responses will include (but not be limited to): Identification of ethical dilemmas and application of ethical systems to the plots, characters and situations involved. For example, what would ethical formalism say about the decisions of a central character or characters? Ethics of care? Utilitarianism? Are there issues of corruption or misconduct involved? If so, how so? Is this a rotten apple? Rotten barrel? Systemic/societal issue?
I am looking for application and understanding of specific concepts, principles and ideas covered this semester. While some summary will be necessary in order to contextualize your discussion and provide examples, it should not comprise the majority of your response. You may use outside sources in addition to the film and your text. Should you choose to do so, be sure to cite such sources appropriately. Essays should be no less than 6 pages in length, and no more than 8 (double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman).

Attached is a PDF document of what has been covered in the textbook.

Textbook: Ethical Dilemmas & Decisions in Criminal Justice (9th edition, Chapters 1-13) by Joycelyn M. Pollock

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