This assignment is intended to help you learn to do the following: Analyze the f

This assignment is intended to help you learn to do the following:
Analyze the fictional and dramatic elements of a film.
Evaluate the editing function of a film.
Critique the sound effects in a film.
Critique acting in a film.
Evaluate the theme(s) of a film.
Analyze why and how certain film making techniques are used in a film.
Analyze the contexts of a film.
Apply different approaches in film analysis.
Overview
Start by choosing a film to watch from the list your professor provided. In this final analysis, you will discuss major techniques supporting the theme, make an allusion (reference) to another film, and comment on a historical or cultural relevance to the film. Chapter 12 in the textbook discusses the basic approach to analyzing a film as a whole.
Paper Guidelines
Write a 1,000- to 1,250-word essay that follows APA guidelines. Word count excludes title page and references. Use the following guidelines to structure your paper.
Title Page:
Your name, date, title of film (italicized)
Year when the film was produced
Director, writer, cinematographer
2 to 3 major stars in the film and their characters’ names
Introduction: Your introduction paragraph will focus on a theme present in the film you chose. You may use the following formula for your thesis statement: “[Name of Film] shows that…”
Body: Your body paragraphs will be used to support your thesis. In 4 to 5 paragraphs:
Analyze how the theme is present throughout the film by explaining its relevance in the film as a whole.
Show how several filmic elements contribute to the theme (such as angles, lighting, color, music, dialogue, motif, etc. See the boldface terms in each chapter or the book’s glossary). Refer to at least 2 credible sources about the film and/or cinematographic contexts surrounding the theme; the bibliography at the end of each chapter has some research suggestions, and you are welcome to contact a librarian at the Franklin Library for assistance, as well.
Write a full analysis of one shot relevant to the theme (e.g., shot type, proxemics, angle, lighting, composition, motif, etc.).
Provide at least one allusion to another film. Explain its relevance to the theme in at least one paragraph.
Remember to cite your sources and films cited both in-text and at the end of the document.
Conclusion: Conclude by stating your overall appreciation of the film, including:
Why it was artful or worthwhile to watch for the theme and techniques.
Why it is socially relevant.
Why it is historically relevant.
Why it is enjoyable to watch (or why not).
References: Include all references used, cited, and formatted, according to APA guidelines.