'Fight Clubâ (1999), directed by David Fincher, remains to be a volatile encapsulation of the zeitgeist on the eve of the 2000s, underlining white-collar melancholy mourning the loss of manhood. The film has been interpreted in vastly differing lights â some identify it to be a film that critiques hegemonic norms of white masculinity, but also one that perpetuates a dangerous notion surrounding misogyny and homophobia. In a literal sense, masculinity is defined to be characteristics that are traditionally thought...
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Cinematography contains many different intentions, much of them going far beyond the direct action of photographing the action. Many of the methods used are all about adding visual subtext and visual metaphor to a scene. The ways in which the cinematographer uses movement, composition, color, and light can be powerful tools to enhance the dramatic elements of the story. Martin Scorseseâs 'Taxi Driver' (1976) is an example of skillful and deliberate use of cinematography to engage the audience and provide...
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In the video âTough Guise 2â, Jackson Katz explains the violent masculinity in domestic violence, video games, movies, manhood, and media. He also argues that men are not violent as most people think. In todayâs world, men and young boys are taught to âman upâ and act tough. Violence is a man's issue, therefore, men are taught by people who show them what it means to be a tough man. The majority of the violence is caused by men because...
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âThe Lovely Bonesâ by Peter Jackson is a film which has an unpleasant character called George Harvey. The director utilizes the character of Susie his victim, the character of George Harvey, key scenes, and the setting to create this unpleasant character. Susie Salmon is a 14-year-old girl from Norristown, Pennsylvania whom her neighbor murders at the start of the film. After her death, Susie narrates the film from in-between (her heaven) as she observes her family and friends struggle to...
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In âA Beautiful Mindâ, they attempt to depict the triumph and struggles of a Nobel-Prize-winning mathematician whose mind was brilliantly flawed. The film provides an insight into various aspects of society, including the great competitiveness that exists among academic scholars, the reality and difficulties of marriage, as well as the world of schizophrenia. John Nashâs struggle with schizophrenia, which is arguably the filmâs main theme, is depicted extraordinarily well and is shown the entire first half of the film from...
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Oscar-winning film for Best Sound Editing, âAmerican Sniperâ, is known for its high-packed action scenes filled with gunfire and war. However, these sounds of gunfire were not easy to create. Sound supervisors Alan Robert Murray and Bub Asman were responsible for delivering the sounds to the director, Clint Eastwood. They made sure to deliver a very realistic documentary approach to the way they designed their sound which means there is very little music. Alan, who is very detailed, made sure...
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âHollowness: that I understand. I'm starting to believe that there isn't anything you can do to fix it. That's what I've taken from the therapy sessions: the holes in your life are permanent. You have to grow around them, like tree roots around concrete; you mold yourself through the gapsâ (Hawkins, 94). âThe Girl on the Trainâ is a thriller written by Paula Hawkins and takes on strong themes like abuse. This along with plot changes and character development change...
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Different works of art can portray ideas in a variety of ways. An example can be Alan Parker's crime thriller film 'Mississippi Burning' (1988), which explores the ideas of racial prejudice and bigotryâs effects on a vulnerable community. As well as the injustice of the legal system and the way that perpetrators are sentenced in biased ways. This is shown through the detective's investigation of a small 1964 Mississippi town Jessup County, where the disappearance of 3 civil rights workers...
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Can people who were a part of society be healed by the power of nature? Ella Park investigates the challenges that humans, who are social an animal may face while they are in nature through the book âInto the Wildâ and the film âWildâ. In the book âInto the Wildâ and the movie âWildâ, there is a contrast between nature and humanity. Nature is wild, harsh, and isolated, while humanity is more intimately connected to societyâs expectations and communications. I...
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The filmmakers of the movie âMcFarland, USAâ were trying to impart several lessons by filming the story of Jim White and his team, which competed for cross-country championships in the United States. One of the significant lessons from the movie is never to give up on what you want and put a lot of hard work into what you do. Jim White and his team underwent many challenges throughout their lives, with regard to competing in the cross-country races and...
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Jean Baudrillard is one of the greatest artists and postmodern theorists who has played a significant role in critiquing artistic themes. Similarly, Mickey Mouse is one of the most famous cartoon mice in the world and the face of the Walt Disney Company. It was designed to represent the optimism, energy, and innocence of its target viewers. This character is extremely influential and continues to bring happiness to most of the consumers around the world. Using such artistic representations, Baudrillard...
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Introduction 'Chinatown,' directed by Roman Polanski, is a classic neo-noir film that captivates audiences with its atmospheric storytelling and compelling characters. In this critical essay, we will delve into the film's use of various film noir elements that contribute to its dark and mysterious tone. From the evocative cinematography to the morally ambiguous characters, 'Chinatown' exhibits several key characteristics of the film noir genre. Visual Style and Cinematography One of the defining features of film noir is its distinctive visual...
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Introduction The animated film 'Zootopia' has captivated audiences with its compelling storyline and thought-provoking exploration of discrimination. The movie's portrayal of a diverse animal society mirrors our own human experiences with prejudice and bias. This essay aims to persuade readers of the importance of addressing and challenging discrimination, drawing inspiration from the themes and messages conveyed in 'Zootopia.' I. Understanding Discrimination in 'Zootopia' In 'Zootopia,' discrimination is depicted through the division and stereotypes among different animal species. The film explores...
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The main protagonist of this story is a twelve-year-old boy named Miguel. Although his family banned music from their lives, this young boy still dreamed of to be part of a musician. The reason why their family banned the music into their lives was because his great-great-grandmother Imelda believed that her husband who was a musician left her and her daughter COCO in exchange for his career as a musician. Since then, Imelda decided to ban the music forever into...
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The news comes in many different shapes, forms, and ways. One very common denominator out of them all is simple: Trump. Social media news comes at you fast, and all seem to aim for a juicy headline or âclickbaitâ as some may call it. Social media is where I get most of my news, but sometimes if a headline is too descriptive or juicy thereâs no need to even click on it, the story is in the headline or URL....
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Frozen, by Walt Disney Pictures, revolves around two sisters, Elsa and Anna. Princess Elsa of Arendelle possesses magical powers that enable her to create snow and ice. As children, the two sisters would often use their powers to play together until one day Elsa accidentally injures Anna. After this incident, the King and Queen keep the sisters away from each other and erase Annaâs memories of Elsaâs superpowers. Years later, the King and Queen get lost at sea and Arendelle...
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The lack of presentation in the media is incredibly alarming. Despite representation being necessary for the common good of society, this issue has yet to be addressed adequately. The issue of lack of representation spans the bound of race and culture. This analysis will specifically examine two of these phenomena. The first will be a discussion on the race-class structures present in The Great Gatsby. Specifically, the idea that Blacks cannot obtain higher social classes. Secondly, there will be a...
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The story of Divergent is set in a futuristic dystopian city, Chicago. The city, built by its founders, is divided into five factions that each represent a different virtue, Abnegation: The selfless Amity: The peaceful Candor: The honest Dauntless: The Brave Erudite: And the Intelligent Teenagers have to decide which faction they want to go for the rest of their lives and most teenagers belong to a certain faction. However, Tris Prior is not a normal teenager because she doesnât...
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Medievalism can be defined as âthe ongoing process of recreating, reinventing, and reenacting medieval culture in postmedieval timesâ (Emery and Utz). David Loweryâs The Green Knight is a modern adaptation of one of the most well-known romances Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. The film The Green Knight has an accurate representation of the themes in the 14th century Middle English poem the film made changes from the original poem to explore more of the man behind the legend of...
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Go on adventure, and conquer the fear, sometimes we need to follow our heart and do things that scare us the most or we arenât strong enough to do. Marlin expresses inordinate fear towards the ocean, he teaches Nemo to fear because of his past experiences. His first step to vanquish the terror that controls his life is the quest for Nemo, he ventures on a search and rescue mission regardless of the peril he is bound to. During his...
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The Princess Bride, directed by Rob Reiner, is a delightful fantasy adventure comedy. The film follows a pair of lovers, Westley and Buttercup, trying to find their way back to each other after being separated for many years. Westley is a farmhand who works for Buttercupâs family. Buttercup taunts Westley daily by making him do numerous degrading tasks for her. She later realizes she was callous to him. However, Westley loves her so much that he patiently serves her slightest...
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The film 'Red Dawn' directed by Dan Bradley in 2012 is an American war film. This film depicts a group of teenagers from a high school who are fighting for their life and are under attack from the Soviet Union. These teens joined together and formed an army known as the 'Wolverines.' This name was created by the teens who got their name from their school mascot. Films like Red Dawn can introduce and demonstrate to viewers a sense of...
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The movie 'Gone Baby Gone' revolves around the abduction of four-year-old Amanda McCready. The plot was made more interesting by each character in the story who had their take on each situation given their moral compasses. The complexity of each situation exemplified the grey areas of reality. Moreover, it must be recognized if they fit the criteria for the responsibility of their human acts. Each personality has its motive, act, and consequence. Regarding the responsibility of the person, three circumstances...
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The media is where half of the worldâs population stays updated on news and trends, as well as to find and enjoy entertainment. Due to its massive influence, it has slowly affected how we view the world and the people living in it. Itâs as if our values, attitudes, and beliefs depended on the films, shows, newspapers, and magazines people have made about our day-to-day lives. Its huge influence has either helped us or hindered us from finding our own...
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Electricity is what supplies the world with power, but people are unable to fathom the process as to how electricity was procured. Through this documentary, we gain an understanding of how electricity is generated by current which is referred to as the flow of electrons that flows in a specific direction. In the 1800âs the standard of electricity was developed by Thomas Edison which was direct current. In contrary to Edison, Nikola Tesla developed alternating current which he believed should...
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Introduction In the documentary 'Through Deaf Eyes,' directed by Lawrence Hott and Diane Garey, the rich and diverse world of Deaf culture is explored, challenging conventional perspectives on deafness and offering profound insights into the Deaf experience. This literary criticism essay delves into the documentary's exploration of Deaf culture, shedding light on its narrative structure, portrayal of personal stories, and representation of the Deaf community's struggles and triumphs. Body Narrative Structure 'Through Deaf Eyes' adopts a compelling narrative structure that...
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Introduction Released in 2016, Disney's animated film 'Zootopia' captivated audiences with its vibrant animation, engaging storyline, and thought-provoking themes. Beyond its entertaining narrative, the film explores various societal issues and delivers powerful messages through its characters and plot. This essay aims to critically analyze the themes presented in 'Zootopia' and delve into their relevance and impact on contemporary society. Theme 1: Overcoming Stereotypes and Prejudice One of the central themes in 'Zootopia' is the exploration of stereotypes and prejudice. The...
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Gurinder Chadhaâs bold 2004 film Bride and Prejudice is an adaptation of Jane Austenâs novel, Pride and Prejudice (1813). The film serves as a clever, contemporary take on the classic novel. Chadha introduces the themes of cultural diversity in the romantic comedy. Kenyan-born and raised in England, Chadha aims to make non-westerners visible in the film as well as discuss arranged and interracial marriages. However, Austen aims to provide a critique of marriage, money, and the superficiality of the white...
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In the documentary novel by Avi, âNothing But the Truth,â the outcome can be blamed on multiple people, depending on which side you take in the story. Philip is mostly to blame for the outcome, having started the whole story by breaking a known rule, telling a one-sided story, and by disrespecting Miss Narwin and the school administration. One reason Philip is to blame for the outcome is breaking a known rule regarding the national anthem. In a memo about...
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Within this essay, I will be discussing the American New Wave era of the 1960s in the film industry. I will be discussing how the film industry was influenced by new filmmakers that emerged during this time and how their artistic and cultural ideas changed the way that the film industry in America functioned. I will be exploring what the American New Wave was and how the films evolved and took a new direction at this time in film history....
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