film analysis: pleasantville

Film Analysis: Pleasantville

Take notes during the first viewing Complete a SOAPSTone Critically engage the movie so that you can

effectively produce a strong essay. Focus on a single thematic concept related to the

film. (Clashing Cultures)◦ Discuss how a single sequence within the film relates to

larger thematic concepts, like overlapping dialogue or the utilization of dramatic irony.

◦ How can this theme be compared to the clashes in culture we see in society

Provide a brief overview of the story, but avoid the temptation to pad your word count by writing what amounts to a synopsis of the story rather than analysis.

Film Analysis: A Series of Unfortunate Events

Take notes during the first viewingComplete a SOAPSToneCritically engage the movie so that you can

effectively produce a strong essay. Focus on a single thematic concept related to the

film. (Coming of Age)◦ Discuss how a single sequence within the film relates

to larger thematic concepts, like overlapping dialogue or the utilization of dramatic irony.

◦ How can this theme be compared to the coming of age we see in society

Provide a brief overview of the story, but avoid the temptation to pad your word count by writing what amounts to a synopsis of the story rather than analysis.