Assignment: Film Review
In general, you are doing a critique and analysis of each film. Here are some things to consider and include. Include in your presentation. 2-3 pages, double spaced.
• What is the ‘story' of the film - give a synopsis
• List the main characters and provide a brief plot outline. Then address the theme or themes that you noted while watching.
• What kinds of identities are portrayed in the film?
• What are the meanings that those identities carry in the society portrayed by the film?
• What are the aspects of the film that relate to diversity, equity or inclusion - did the film address issues of race, gender issues, religious issues, age discrimination, physical or mental abilities - or other differences?
• What are the lessons?
• What did you learn?
• Include a few paragraphs on how the movie made you feel.
o Were you angry, sad, surprised, sympathetic or amused?
• Do you think the film was made to make you feel these feelings?
• Was there an obvious conflict addressed by the film?
o What was the resolution?
• Was a problem solved in a way that satisfied all parties?
• Was violence depicted? - If so, were there better ways of resolving the conflict?
• Could you imagine yourself in a situation like the one depicted in the film? How would you have reacted?
• Critique the film from different perspectives; for example, what do you perceive to be the perspective of each of the key players and how does this insight help deepen your understanding of the film?
• What might have motivated the author/director of this film?
• What has been the impact of this film on society or social constructs?
• What has been the critique of this film?
• What has been the impact of this film on you.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.