Analyze one or two technical elements of Nueve reinas. You can focus on the elements of the mise-en-scene (such as costumes, décor, props, set, make up, etc), the sound (or lack of sound), editing (shots, camera angles, etc). Choose to focus on only one of these technical elements and do an in depth analysis connecting to the main themes in the film. You will need to provide empirical evidence from the film in order to support your statements. Do not merely describe those technical elements, provide an analysis. No need to provide a plot summary from the film (given the short length of this paper, it’s not necessary). Even though it’s short, be sure to organize your essay so that the focus is clearly on point.
Some other considerations you need to take into account:
Show that you understand the film well, are sensitive to cultural factors, pay attention to detail, and provide good examples.
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Imagine you are writing for a Film Studies journal (not your professor nor the class).
Avoid “I” and “you” statements.Make your language more objective and neutral. Talk about the viewer or the audience, not your own personal response. NOT: I see a lot of gangster films and I know they are all violent. Instead: Most gangster films are violent, but City of Godsurpasses the norm because it shows young children carrying out acts of violence.
The essays in the book can inform your thinking about the films. It’s fine to refer to ideas in the book, but paraphrase them in your own words. Do not use direct quotes in this assignment. I’m expecting to hear your own thoughts and position. The essay shouldn’t be a mere summary of the articles read in class. I want to hear your own point of view, your own original ideas.
Organize your ideas clearly before you start to write.Know where you’re going with your ideas, and make sure to present them in a way that advances your argument. Avoid repeating the same idea in different words. Part of the assignment involves learning to write in a concise (and precise) way. If you choose words well and organize effectively, you should be able to get your ideas across within the established word limit.
One longer paragraph with good, tight internal focus is better than several short choppy paragraphs, or two paragraphs that end up saying the same thing in different words.
Include concrete and specific examples from the film to back up your main point, but do more than describe. Use critical thinking skills to reach some meaningful conclusions about the particular aspect of the film you have chosen to study. What’s the message the film creates for the viewer by using those technical elements? What makes the film effective in getting that message across?
In the opening sentence, state your position clearly. Be sure to do more than describe the film, or say something that’s obvious to all. (ex: The film contains many examples of panoramic scenes.) Instead, explain why the film uses panoramic scenes. Or consider when, under what circumstances the film uses these scenes. Or, how the shot is framed. Or, how the shots relate to the theme of the film. Get some critical thinking and analysis into your comment. (Ex. In The Motorcicle Diaries, the director uses panoramic scenes to show the majesty of the South American landscape and to emphasize the timeless quality of life there. They also emphasize how insignificant individuals are compared to the world that surrounds them.)
Reach a meaningful conclusion. Don’t just repeat an idea you’ve already mentioned, or return to your opening statement. What “message” or idea do you want the reader to take away from your paper? The conclusion should be based on the analysis you’ve provided, and the argument you’ve constructed in the paper.
Proofread to catch typos and spelling errors.
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