A Summary And Interpretation Of A Film

CINE 007/025
EXTRA CREDIT
DIRECTIONS
1. View one of the films from the list. If
you’ve already seen the film, it’s best to
view it again.
2. Write a paper which answers the review
questions listed.
A. The better your answers, the more
points you shall receive.
B. 25 Points Maximum
3. Papers must be type written and doublespaced. No papers will be accepted by
email. LENGTH: 3-4 pages. No more than
5 pages.
4. Plagiarized papers will receive -25 points
from total grade.
5. FOLLOW THE SAME GUIDELINES THAT
YOU DID FOR THE TERM PAPER.
6. DUE DATE:
Check Syllabus and Canvas
REVIEW QUESTIONS
1. A brief plot summary, sufficient to prove
you actually viewed the film.
2. A discussion of the film’s MISE-EN-SCÈNE
which includes:
A. NARRATIVE AND STORY
B. ACTING PERFORMANCE
C. CINEMATOGRAPHY AND USE OF
CAMERA TO CONVEY STORY
3. A discussion of the DIRECTOR’S STYLE.
4. A discussion of your PERSONAL
REACTION to the film.
FILM LIST
YOU CAN FIND THE FILMS LISTED BELOW AT:
PCC STREAMING FILM CATALOGUE
12 Monkeys
Ali
All the President’s Men
As Good as it Gets
Blade Runner
Boyz n the Hood
Dredd
Embrace of the Serpent
Get Out
Judy
My Own Private Idaho
Radio Days
The Matrix
Thelma and Louise
Uncut Gems
Zombieland
FILM ANALYSIS
FAQ
BELOW YOU WILL FIND THE ANSWERS TO
MOST OF YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS
ASSIGNMENT.
Q: Do I need a cover page?
A: Yes. Include your name and the film title
that you are writing about.
Q: Can I use size 14 font or bigger?
A: No. Please use a size 12 font.
Q: Can I triple-space my paper?
A: No. Please double-space your paper.
Q: Can I write 1 page and 2 sentences and
consider that 3 pages?
A: Yes, you may, but you will not get all the
points possible. You will only get a fraction of
the 25 points.
Q: Can I write more than 3 pages?
A: Yes, you may.
Q: Can I write the paper in standard paper
form?
A: Numbering your answers in the manner
suggested will be fine. I’ve provided you with
an outline for your paper that’s quite
straightforward. But if you would like to write
in standard form, you may.
Q: Do I need to include the questions on the
paper?
A: No, please DO NOT include the questions.
Q: Do I need a works cited page?
A: Only if you end up using other written
sources. Note: the works cited page will not
count towards your 4-page minimum count.
Q: Is there a limit on the similarity of the paper
to other sources?
A: Yes. Make sure your paper has a 5%
similarity report or less. You can check your
report upon submission and resubmit if
necessary.
Q: What would I have to do to get a 25 on the
paper?
A: Answer all the questions in a thorough
manner. Demonstrate that you have
understood the concepts conveyed in the
chapter on film analysis. Details are vital for a
film analysis.
Q: Can I pick a film of my own choosing?
A: No, it has to be from the provided list as
they pertain to the topic (sample nursing essay examples by the best nursing assignment writing service)s covered in class.
Q: Will you provide me with a link for the film?
A: Yes, the link has been provided above the
film titles.
Q: I had (fill in the blank) happen to me/my
family/my friend/etc. Can I turn the paper in
late?
A: No, you may not. Late papers are not
accepted for the extra credit paper as it is
optional and just that – extra credit.

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EXTRA CREDIT CINE 007/025

DIRECTIONS

1. Watch one of the movies on the list. If

If you’ve already seen the movie, it’s preferable to see it again.

Check it out once more.

2. Write a paper that responds to the review.

a list of questions

A. The better your responses, the more points you’ll earn.

You will be awarded points.

B. Maximum of 25 points

3. Typed and double-spaced papers are required. There will be no papers approved by

email. APPROXIMATELY 3-4 PAGES a maximum of

5 pages.

4. Plagiarized papers will receive -25 points

from total grade.

5. FOLLOW THE SAME GUIDELINES THAT

YOU DID FOR THE TERM PAPER.

6. DUE DATE:

Check Syllabus and Canvas

REVIEW QUESTIONS

1. A brief plot summary, sufficient to prove

you actually viewed the film.

2. A discussion of the film’s MISE

-EN-SCÈNE