1. Describe the classical Hollywood style, its central format, and narrative.
2. Did the studio system help or hinder American film art? Develop your argument and support it with specific details.
3. Using a current star as a case study, identify and describe in detail the three levels of identity that comprise his or her stardom. Use outside source material such as magazines, entertainment news channels and websites, and newspapers for information. What insight into the star's popularity can you give? What, if anything, does the star say about American culture?