This essay of 1000 words should address three of the films we have watched in class so far. After briefly introducing your choices in the first paragraph, you will analyze ONE aspect of the three films to compare and contrast. This aspect may be a theme OR a production element.
Themes may include political ideas, aesthetic approaches, social controversies, critical theories, etc. (for example, propaganda, biography, social commentary, or theories such as feminism, post-colonialism, Marxism, post-modernism, etc.) You may choose only ONE theme.
Production elements may include cinematography, use of sound, positioning/presence of filmmaker, camera technique, use of sets or locations, lighting, editing, visual design, music, etc. You may choose only ONE production element.
I suggest that you run your basic essay thesis by me first (i,e. the three films you wish to write about, and your chosen theme or production element) via email. Choose an interesting title for your essay. You may use outside research source material if you wish, but that is not a requirement for this paper.
The films you may choose from include: Bill Cunningham New York, Nanook of the North, Man with a Movie Camera, This is Britain, Triumph of the Will, Don't Look Back, Glastonbury, This is Spinal Tap, Night and Fog, and Grey Gardens.
Essays must be typed, and can be either double spaced or 1.5 spaced. Please place the word count on the front under your name and other identifying information. A cover page is not necessary. Make sure your paper is proofread (not just spell-checked) and all errors corrected before it is handed in. I recommend giving this some time and thought, and making at least two revisions of your essay during your process.
Please post any questions here, or feel free to email me or come see me at office hours (Wednesdays 3-4:15, outside Jazzman's in the library) or make an appointment.
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