Choose ONE scene from any movie you have seen in class to-date and explain why it affected you. This might include your altered/new understanding of a political issue, sense of injustice or emotional reaction for example. You might not have agreed with a particular film’s message. It is entirely fine to discuss this as well. Your choice.
Format your response using the headings from prompt below
a) Title of Film:
b) Theme or Subject Matter: Describe the theme of subject matter you will be discussing adding some context detail regarding the specific film. (2 Points) (Two Sentences)
(Suggestions: Inequality, Marginalization, Oppression, Heroism, Hope, Illness, Resilience, Transformation and Escape and so one. identify a theme.
Some ideas: You could discuss the lack of family love for Amelie which lead to crippling shyness. You might discuss a scene from Tangerines that illustrated the oppression and cost of war. It might be a film that underscored the possibility of hope and transformation. This will be up to you. Be clear to identify the theme in b))
c) Briefly Describe the Scene (2 Points) No more than 4 sentences. Two are fine.
d) Briefly Describe why the film had a strong impact on you. Be specific and avoid generalizing.
Provide one reason only and support your reason with a thought-provoking response that includes some detail. (3 Points) No more than 5 sentences – 3 sentences are fine if specific.