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Cinema 7BFilm Analysis Assignment

Begin by reading Chapter 10

1.Rent and view one ofthe films from the list below. You should view the film at least twice. Takenotes as you go and pause and replay scenes that you don’t understand or thatyou find particularly interesting.

2.Write a paper whichanswers the questions below.

a.For minimum creditanswer all the questions below. Be sure to number your answers.

b.More complete answerswill receive higher scores.

3.Papers must be typewritten and double-spaced. No papers will be accepted by e-mail. Length: Fourto Seven pages.

Review Questions:

1.Whatis the true subject or theme of the film, and what kind of statement, if any,does the film make about the subject? Which elements and which scenescontribute most to addressing the theme of the film?

2.Howdo all of the separate elements of the film relate to and contribute to thetheme, central purpose, or total effect?

FilmElements:

a.Narrative– The manner in which the story is told. What is the plot structure? Is itchronological or non-linear? Are there flashbacks or other narrative devicesand why are they used?

b.Acting– the qualities of the performances. Is the acting realistic or is it mannered?Are the characters dynamic (do they change as the film progresses)? How?

c.Cinematography– The qualities of the photography and lighting. Identify specific scenes andcamera shots that you thought were particularly interesting.

d.Editing– The pace and tempo, the use of transitions and the organization of thenarrative. Identify any editing technique you thought was particularlyinteresting

e.ArtDirection and Design – Locations, sets, effects, props, costumes and make-up.

3.Whatscenes in the film show the director’s style and how do they show it?

4.Whatwere your personal reactions to the film? What are your personalreasons for liking or disliking the film?

Film List:

Paul Newman Films:Cool Hand Luke (1967), Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969), The Sting(1973), The Verdict (1982)

Stanley Kubrick Films:Dr. Strangelove (1964), A Clockwork Orange (1971), Barry Lyndon (1975), FullMetal Jacket (1987)

Robert Altman Films: M*A*S*H*(1970), McCabe & Mrs. Miller (1971), Short Cuts (1993), Gosford Park (2001)

David Lynch Films: BlueVelvet (1986), Mulholland Drive (2001), Inland Empire (2006)

Due Date: November 5