Film Character Analysis Essay

Film Analysis Assignment

Write an essay which details a character’s transformation (e.g., innocence to experience).

Analysis Focus:

· Choose the best 2-3 scenes which visually show the character transforming.

· Take notes on the specific scenes. Look for visual support. Although some summary may be necessary, be careful not to turn your analysis into merely a summary. You must SHOW the selected scenes in vivid, concrete detail. Recreate the scenes for the reader using descriptive language (be a writer !) and demonstrate the transformation through the scenes you describe. Show rather than tell.

· Remember, you are making a claim ( this character undergoes a transformation from XXX to XXX) and your descriptions of scenes must SUPPORT and PROVE your claim.

· Vividly describe your character the first time s/he appears on screen, so the reader can picture her/him before the analysis. Show height, build, face, hair, how s/he carries him/herself, etc.

· Include 5 different technical terms about drama and film from the handout.

· Include at least 5 direct quotes from the film (mostly full quotes rather than partial quotes). What does your character say that reveals his/her trait or transformation? What do other characters say about this character which reveal transformation?

· Cite the film one time at its first mention in the introduction to indicate it as the primary source. Use present tense for film action and your comments /analysis.

· Integrate two additional outside sources ( reviews of the film are fine) in the introduction