Instructions and Requirement

For this assignment you will use the resources provided to write a review based essay on ONE of the three short films below. This review will encourage you to persuade the audience as to the effectiveness of the film based on the literary elements present.

Source Materials:

1.    Article: “7 Rules for Writing Short Films” LINK: http://www.raindance.org/7-rules-for-writing-short-films/

2.     Short Film: “The Most Beautiful Thing” LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IP8psM4LWXk

3.    Short Film: “Room for One More” LINK:  https://vimeo.com/142382379

4.    Short Film: “Lava” LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uh4dTLJ9q9o

5.    Movie Review: Variety Magazine’s Review of Concussion LINK: http://variety.com/2015/film/reviews/film-review-will-smith-in-concussion-1201638217/

Background:

In the previous Units, you learned how to recognize key plot points and elements of Nonfiction articles and Poetry. You also delved into the world of the Fantastical Nonfiction, and used your resources and your writing voice to create and persuade. In this Film Interpretation Essay, you will scaffold further upon these concepts by interpreting a movie storyline and then writing both a creative and persuasive movie review.

Instructions:

·         Read through all of the instructions prior to reading and viewing the resources.

·         Read/watch all of the above resources.

·         Select one of the three short films to review.

·         Your audience for this review are people who have not seen the film.

·         Your review will have the following components:

1.      A clear introduction of which film you are using as well as any production details (year, director, production company, length etc.)

2.      A thesis that states whether or not the movie is worth seeing and why. Be persuasive in your tone. Your units have ample resources on persuasive writing and thesis creation.

3.      An OVERALL summary of the movie. Please do not spend too much time on plot points. What subjects does it cover? Describe the plot and setting. What issues does it raise? What do you see as the main purpose of the film?

4.      What are the major themes of the film?

5.      Evaluate the film for quality and interest. Comment on the screenplay, acting, direction. Are any literary techniques such as symbolism, character development and foreshadowing used? Are they used well?  Note: Use the Raindance article for guidance.

6.       Would a person be interested in this film? Why or why not?

7.      Being a review, you are choosing to persuade others that your opinion on these interpretations is correct.

8.       A conclusion that ties all of your persuasion together, emphasizing the strengths and weaknesses of the film.