Problem: International Film Survey
a) How and why did film festivals start? What role did they play in the production of film? How do you think this compares to festivals today?
b) Think of a film from the past few years that used strategies, themes, shots, etc. drawn from the Neorealists. Do the same intentions and comments apply? Explain. Think about similar historical movements or motivations. What is the film maker trying to say by using these Neorealist elements?