Rent and view one of the films from the list below. Write a paper which answers the questions below. a. For minimum credit answer all the questions below. Be sure to number your answers.b. More complete answers will receive higher scores.c. MLA style essays usually earn the highest scores compared to short answer essays.3. Papers must be type written and double-spaced. No papers will be accepted by e-mail. Maximum length: five to seven pages. Review Questions:1. What is the true subject or theme of the film, and what kind of statement, if any, does the film make about the subject? Which elements and which scenes contribute most to addressing the theme of the film?2. How do all of the separate elements of the film relate to and contribute to the theme, central purpose, or total effect?Film Elements:a. Narrative The manner in which the story is told. What is the plot structure? Is it chronological or non-linear? Are there flashbacks or other narrative devices and why are they used? b. Acting the qualities of the performances. Is the acting realistic or is it mannered? Are the characters dynamic (do they change as the film progresses)? How?c. Cinematography The qualities of the photography and lighting. Identify specific scenes and camera shots that you thought were particularly interesting.d. Editing The pace and tempo, the use of transitions and the organization of the narrative. Identify any editing technique you thought was particularly interestinge. Art Direction and Design Locations, sets, effects, props, costumes and make-up.3. What scenes in the film show the directors style and how do they show it?4. What were your personal reactions to the film? What are your personalreasons for liking or disliking the film?Film List: Science Fiction Silent Running (1972), Dark Star (1974), Outland (1981), Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (1983)Independent Cinema Requiem for a Dream (2000), Jackie Brown (1997), Blue Velvet (1986), Se7en (1995)European Cinema La Dolce Vita (1960), The Passenger (1975), Leon; The Professional (1994), Delicatessen (1991)Martin Scorsese Raging Bull (1981), The Last Temptation of Christ (1988), Casino (1997)

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