*For Prof Ryan only * Critical Review (Professor’s Choice: My Own Private Idaho, 1991; Directed by Gus Van Sant or Boys Don’t Cry, 1998; Directed by Kimberly Pierce)

Using proper MLA bibliographic formatting, cite the film text in the box to the right:

http://www.bibme.org/citation-guide/MLA/film

1. Develop a thesis pertaining to the assigned film text and whether or not it, the film, in your view has the power to transform one’s political sensibilities. Your argument should express your point of view regarding the politics of difference, political sensibilities, and political transformation(s) as related to the film. Remember, you’re writing (developing) an analytical essay. Submit your thesis statement in the box to the right:

2. Develop three (3) topic sentences that articulate the major ideas that will comprise the body of your essay. Remember that your topic sentences should clearly state the argument or point to be made in the respective paragraphs. Submit your topic sentences in the box to the right:

3. Identify three (3) scenes from the film that support your thesis statement. Briefly explain

in the box to the right:

4. Lastly, fully develop your introductory paragraph. Remember that the best possible thesis will answer some specific question about the text. In this case a question related to the film’s power to transform political sensibilities regarding difference. Enter text in the box to the right: