American Psycho/In Bruges
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A 3 page essay that contrasts and compares American Psycho (2000, directed by Mary Harron) and In Bruges (2008, directed by Martin McDonagh), which are two extremely violent films that each addresses the nature of the mind of a killer. As basically, both films are about murder, it is somewhat surprising that both films are also comedies, extremely dark comedies, but, nevertheless, comedies. Comedic effect is achieved through dialogue, plot devices and characterization, but also through the elements of cinematography, that is, through camera angles, lighting, music, etc. No additional sources cited.
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American Religion and the 2003 Film Bruce Almighty
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In seven pages this paper examines reviews and religious commentaries on this film regarding what they reveal about its depiction of religion and its relationship to American culture. Five sources are cited in the bibliography.
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Amistad
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A 5 page paper which examines and reviews the film Amistad. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAamiad.rtf

An Analysis of "Braveheart":
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This 5 page paper examines the movie "Braveheart" from a psychological perspective. This paper specifically addresses the notion of desired illusions and how this is expressed in this film. Bibliography lists 0 sources.
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An Analysis of Bowling for Columbine
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This 3 page paper evaluates the film in the context of concepts to come from a textbook. Many details are relayed and explored. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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An Analysis of Characters from Maryse Condé’s “I, Tituba, Black Witch of Salem,” Film Adaptation of Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible” and Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “Young Goodman Brown”
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A 9 page paper which analyzes the characters of Tituba and Reverend Samuel Parris in “I, Tituba, Black Witch of Salem,” John Proctor and Abigail Williams in “The Crucible” film, and Goodman Brown and Satan. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: TGtitcruygb.rtf

An Analysis of Citizen Kane
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This 6 page paper explicates the film and focuses on narration and sound, but also delves into other areas. Thematic elements are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources
Filename: SA148kne.rtf

An Analysis of Media Violence and its Impact on Children and Teens
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A 6 page discussion of the relationship that exists between increased media violence and child aggression. This paper approaches the problem from the analytical framework that media violence is directly related to child aggression. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPmediaViolAnalytical.rtf

An Analysis of the Film, "Real Women Have Curves":
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This 5 page paper discusses the film "Real Women Have Curves" and reflects upon the theme of how women are portrayed. This paper includes many references to the film and provides quotes. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: GSCurves.rtf

An Analysis of the Movie Seven
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5 pages. This paper is a synopsis and analysis of the movie Seven starring Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman. The paper has an anlaysis of the movie according to the types of human communication such as verbal, non-verbal, interpersonal, and more. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JGAseven.rtf

An Analysis of The Outsiders
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This 6 page paper compares and contrasts the novel with the film by the same name. The novel is by S.E. Hinton and the film was directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA150Out.rtf

An Analysis of the Use of Violence in "Once Upon a Time in America"
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A 5 page analysis of violence as a factor in fiction and real life. This paper uses violence as portrayed in this film as an explanation for similar types of violence notable in real life. The role of affiliation as a factor in breeding moral ambiguity is emphasized. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPvioAme.rtf

An Argument on the Facts about “Fantasy Violence”
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This 5 page report discusses Richard Rhodes’ contribution to the New York Times “Op/Ed” pages for September 17, 2000, in which he presents the opinion that the current debate regarding the violence depicted in television, movies, and video games and its relationship to violent behavior in both children and adults. The article is analyzed in terms of the resources used for the argument and their effectiveness and does not support or negate Rhodes’ “opinion.” Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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An Autumn Afternoon by Yasujiro Ozu
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of Yasujiro Ozu's film "Sanma No Aji" or "An Autumn Afternoon." This paper considers the photography, the mise-en-scene, the movement, editing, and sound utilized in the film.
Filename: MHOzuYas.wps

Analyses of 2 German Movies
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A 10 page film review and analysis of 2 German films. Naked Among Wolves (1963) (6 pages) and Born in '45 (1966) (4 pages). The writer focuses on several specific scenes in each movie, analyzing camera angles, lighting and how these factors express cinematic themes. No additional sources cited.
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Analysis and Critique of Barry Levinson’s Film, “Wag the Dog”
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A 6 page paper which examines the film’s plot, the director’s approach to the subject matter and the portrayal of the media and journalists to evaluate whether they were realistic or if they reflected any particular bias, critiques the film to consider whether or not it can be recommended and offers three conclusions related to media and politics. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGwagdog.rtf

Analysis of “Farewell My Concubine (Ba Wang Bie)”
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A 5 page paper which examines the opening and closing scenes of the film, and also considers a thought-provoking aspect of the film. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: TGfarewl.rtf

Analysis of “Mr. Strehlow’s Films”
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A 5 page paper which examines the series of documentary films that captured the life, customs and rituals of the Australian aborigines. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGmrstre.rtf

Analysis of “Pulp Fiction” and the Transformation of Jules
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This 5 page report discusses the 1994, Quentin Tarantino movie “Pulp Fiction” and the character of Jules Winnfield. Postmodernism serves as the primary context in which a character such as Jules is moving through his “journey.” Regardless of his reprehensible actions, he is part of a particular aspect of modern life which, for him and his partners has both meaning and depth. His realization of the possibility and even the likelihood of miracles is, in itself, a miracle. Bibliography lists one source.
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Analysis of "The Burning Bed"
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This 5 page paper discusses the 1984 TV movie "The Burning Bed" with regard to the social responsibilities, values and ideas of the characters. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Analysis of 1992 Film Based on John Steinbeck’s “Of Mice and Men”
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A 3 page paper which compares the novel with Gary Sinise’s 1992 film adaptation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Analysis Of A Short Film
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A 3 page research paper/essay that analyzes and discusses the visual effects in a student’s short film. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Analysis of Dan's Behavior in White Mile
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This 5 page paper looks at the 1994 film White Mile and evaluates the protagonist's controversial behavior. Several paradigms are discussed inclusive of Dilbert's law, the Aristotelian system and Needleman's perspectives. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA110Dan.wps

Analysis of David Fincher’s 1995 Film, “Se7en”
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A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts Detective Somerset and Detective Mills, to convey the contrasts of life in the modern world. Specifically considered are ways in which each character reveals his respective “world,” including dialogue, body language, evidence, and occasional shot composition which enables director Fincher to visually express these contrasts. Also analyzed are seven chronological scenes, including the beginning, climax and the end. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Analysis of Dreams Sequence in Federico Fellini's Film, "8 1/2"
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A 7 page paper which analyzes the dreams sequence of Federico Fellini's 1963 film, "8 1/2," considering them in the context in which they were produced. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TG8half.wps

Analysis of Educating Rita: the Film
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This is a 6 page paper which examines the factors which influence and shape Rita's learning experience in the film Educating Rita. The bibliography has 1 source.
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Analysis of Film, “The Incredible Shrinking Man” (1957)
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A 5 page paper which examines the film, the time in which it was made, and how it reflects the politics of its era, considering the fears, desires and dreams it registers, and evaluates whether or not it contained an overt or covert political message. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Analysis of Four Historical Films Ben Franklin: Inventor, Diplomat, Icon... and a Human Being, Benedict Arnold: A Question of Honor, The Madness of King George, and The Conquerors: General Howe, Conqueror of New York
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In twelve pages this paper compares, contrasts, and critiques these four films on important British and American eighteenth century colonial figures. Five sources are listed in the bibliography.
Filename: TGcolfilms.rtf

Analysis of Francis Ford Coppola’s Film Adaptation of John Grisham’s “The Rainmaker” (1997)
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A 3 page paper which examines the ethical and legal issues depicted in the film, considers protagonist Rudy Baylor’s decision-making process by identifying various factors and outside stakeholders who influenced these decisions and evaluating which had the greatest impact, and describes such events portrayed in the film as the consequences suffered and benefits gained. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Analysis of Inner City Life Portrayed in Film
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This 8 page paper looks at many aspects of the making of Spike Lee's Do the Right Thing, Scorsese's part in New York Stories and Kassowitz's La Haine. The films are compared and contrasted and the theme of the inner city is the focus of this paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Analysis of John Boorman's 1972 ilm, "Deliverance"
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A 6 page paper which analyzes director John Boorman's 1972 film, "Deliverance," and includes critical film theory, examines how characters portrayed its theme, considers the importance of cinematography, how camera shots and angles affected particular scenes, factors which made the film so popular, and how it has influenced today's films. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TGdelivr.wps

Analysis of Kenneth Branagh’s “Hamlet”
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This 4 page report discusses the well-known actor/director Kenneth Branagh’s 1996, four-hour movie of “Hamlet.” The report takes the view that “Hamlet” itself did not translate all that well in director Branagh’s interpretation. As is typical with any production of “Hamlet,” it was better than many and less powerful than others. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Analysis of Main Line v. Basinger Court Case
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In four pages an overview and analysis of this famous case in which Main Line Pictures, Inc. sued actress Kim Basinger for reneging on a handshake agreement to star in the 1993 Jennifer Lynch film Boxing Helena are presented with various questions pertaining to this court case also answered. Four sources are listed in the bibliography.
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Analysis of Milo’s Forman’s “Amadeus”
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A 5 page paper which examines how the director uses Mozart and Salieri’s music as an additional protagonist, the film’s driving conflict, discusses the acting, directing, set design, and costumes as they contribute to the overall quality and also considers if there are any weaknesses in the production. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Analysis of My Left Foot
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This 5 page paper looks at the 1989 film My Left Foot in terms of its emotion-leaden content. How emotion is expressed through art is discussed in light of theorists who have written on the subject. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Analysis of Oliver Parker’s Film Interpretation of William Shakespeare's “Othello”
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A 7 page paper which examines the influences on the work, how it came to be, both in terms of its creator (an interpretation of William Shakespeare’s tragic play) and environmental factors such as politics, culture, and technology. Also provided is a description and analysis of the film’s tone, structure, and message, and also discusses the effects of the work on culture, specifically its past and present impact upon social change. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Analysis of Oliver Stone’s “JFK” (1991)
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A 6 page paper which evaluates how well the film deals with the social issues it confronts. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Analysis of Opening Sequence of Francis Ford Coppola’s “Apocalypse Now”
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An 8 page paper which examines how the filmmaker used sound, music and visual mise-en-scene in the first thirty minutes to develop the mood and atmosphere of the Vietnam epic that paralleled Joseph Conrad’s somber novel, “Heart of Darkness.” Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGanhod.rtf

Analysis of Raqing Bull
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An 8 page research paper that analyzes the film Raging Bull (directed by Martin Scorsese for United Artists), in which actor Robert De Niro gives a stellar performance as Jake La Motta, a middleweight prizefighter (Raging Bull, 1995). Ostensibly, the film is about Jake's boxing career, but a closer examination of this film reveals that the heart of the film focuses on how Jake handles his relationship to his wife, Vickie (Cathy Moriarty) and his brother Joey (Joe Pesci), as well as to the "degradation and defeat" that eventually "spiritually redeem him" (Raging Bull, 1995). In this analysis, the film's character structure, themes, cinematography, sound, image and symbolism and editing style, while also demonstrating how these various aspects of the film combine seamlessly to create an exemplary cinematic experience. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Analysis of Scenes from “American Beauty,” “Taxi Driver,” “Thelma and Louise,” and “Do the Right Thing”
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An 8 page paper which examines a particular scene in terms of either mise-en-scene, slow-motion photography, camera angles, editing, manipulation of space, and sound, and relate the scene to the content of each of the films to explain how they are used to convey the directors’ thematic messages. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Analysis of the “The Heiress”
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This 5 page report discusses the 1949 movie “The Heiress” starring Olivia de Havilland (who won an Oscar for her performance) Montgomery Clift, and Ralph Richardson (who received an Oscar nomination). The movie was directed by the legendary William Wyler (he was also nominated for an Oscar) and demonstrates his great talent in terms of combining all elements of great movie-making from composition and staging to costuming. No additional sources.
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Analysis of the 1991 Film Sleeping with the Enemy
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Analysis of the 1991 Film Sleeping with the Enemy: In three pages this paper analyzes director Joseph Ruben’s 1991 film Sleeping with the Enemy. Two sources are listed in the bibliography.
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Analysis of the Book and Film Versions of Cormac McCarthy’s “All the Pretty Horses”
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An 8 page paper which compares and contrasts McCarthy’s 1992 novel with director Billy Bob Thornton’s 2000 screen adaptation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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ANALYSIS OF THE FILM, CLERKS
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This 5 page paper discusses the film by Kevin Smith, Clerks. A low budget film, this paper examines why it was still successful. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Analysis of the First Episode of “The Sopranos”
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This 6 page report discusses the popular HBO television series “The Sopranos” and focuses on the first-ever episode of the series. The unlikely stories surrounding a northern New Jersey mobster and his friends, family, and “associates” is one that is as popular with critics as it is with its millions of fans. it also offers a fascinating opportunity for study of a television narrative and its inter-related meanings in terms of media theory. No sources provided.
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