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An Analysis of Death in All Quiet on the Western Front, a Film Based on a Novel by Erich Maria Remarque (1793 words, 2 pages)

Death, as a whole, is generally seen as a bad thing. The fearful transition from life to death has given mankind an apprehensive feeling since the beginning of time. Therefore, people usually think of death as a depressing, traumatic, and sorrowful time of grievance. Of course, there are always exceptions. ... Read More

An Analysis of Vertigo, a Film by Alfred Hitchcock (1318 words, 2 pages)

Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo explores themes of lust, caution and envy. These themes are explicitly conveyed throughout the film through repetition of symbols and Hitchcock's innovative use of the camera. The following essay aims to analyse these aspects in the scene of Madeline's first encounter with Scottie. The scene begins with ... Read More

An Analysis of Alfred Hitchcock’s Horror Film Psycho (1442 words, 2 pages)

Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho has been commended for forming the archetypical basis of all horror films that followed its 1960 release. The mass appeal that Psycho has maintained for over three decades can undoubtedly be attributed to its universality. In Psycho, Hitchcock allows the audience to become a subjective character within ... Read More

An Analysis of The Bodyguard, an American Romantic Thriller Film by Mick Jackson (999 words, 2 pages)

When watching The Bodyguard I realized that the film was made in the early 90s and I observed overt text that already has been uninhabitable. But considering the nature and length of this paper I will focus more on tacit and ideologically loaded text or text that has naturalized representations ... Read More

A Report on the Man for All Seasons, a British Biographical Drama Film by Fred Zinnemann (455 words, 1 pages)

A "Man for All Seasons" is about a man so subtle and saintly that an actor who takes on the role must be able to project an almost superhuman presence. As is evident, the story is based on the life of Sir Thomas More, man of God and chancellor to ... Read More

An Introduction to the Philosophy in Film (852 words, 2 pages)

Note This is part of a "philosophy in film" class. We watched a movie in class, talked about it, then figured out how different film concepts applied to the movie. I got an A in the class, but I don't remember what I got on this paper. I am sure ... Read More

A Review of To Have and Have Not, a 1944 American Romance-War-Adventure Film by Howard Hawks (785 words, 3 pages)

Many feel that Casablanca is Bogart's best film. I disagree - but for those who don't To Have and Have Not is a must-see film. It's Casablanca with a different setting, this time we find Bogart playing Harry Morgan, crewing a ship out for hire. His lovely lady is Lauren ... Read More

The Growing Trend of Incorporating Superheroes in Today’s Films (3800 words, 5 pages)

Since the publishing date of the first illustrated books, the hero characters have taken their places in the daily life of the people. In fact, many hero characters had existed for centuries through the history. They had been living in tales and epic stories and being spread by the word ... Read More

A Review of Stanley Kubrick’s Film 2001: A Space Odyssey (603 words, 1 pages)

Stanley Kubricks 2001 A Space Odyssey is an exceptional film in both meaning and context. Kubrick found a way to convey the films meaning that had not been seen before. By using this method, he was able to create a wealth of information, not only for the audience, but also ... Read More

An Analysis of the Use of Metaphors Through Filming Techniques in the Graduate (1079 words, 2 pages)

The Use of Metaphors Through Filming Techniques in The Graduate Every generation says it won't happen to them. "I'm not going to be like my parents. I'm not going to sell out my dreams." Nothing captures this idea better than The Graduate (Nichols, 1967.) In this twisted film of a ... Read More

An Analysis of Gender and Sexuality in A Key Part Within the Film Dirty Dancing (1296 words, 2 pages)

Gender And Sexuality Play A Key Part Within The Film Dirty Dancing. Discuss. The film is set in the year of 1963, John F Kennedy was still president and the Vietnam War was not considered a threat, the Beatles had yet not reached America and the Freedom riders were on. ... Read More

An Analysis of Film Industry (528 words, 1 pages)

Film industry is the world of dreams. It is a multi billion industry. You can create what you can't create in real life. It's the world of fantasy and creation. There are many kinds of films that are being released nowadays. Hollywood is the American film industry. Next to Hollywood ... Read More

A Analysis of Chinese Film (924 words, 2 pages)

The Chinese film, To Live, gives a glimpse of a culture somewhat similar to ours while at the same time being incomparable. From the political system to the way of rearing children can be seen in effect throughout the film. Some parts just had me shaking my head in shock ... Read More

The Theme of the Issue of Humanity in the Japanese Anime Film, Ghost in the Shell (462 words, 1 pages)

"Ghost in the shell" is a Japanese anime film set in the year 2029. The world is a very different place, the net brings the planet together, and everyday people are part cyborg, part human. The ghost refers to the human soul and the shell is the cyborg body. The ... Read More

An Analysis of the Two Archetypal Portrayals of Women in Film Noir (518 words, 1 pages)

In film noir, there are two archetypal portrayals of women the whore and the Madonna. The whore is exposed as the dark, sexual and active spider woman out to seduce every man she meets, while the Madonna is a loving, caring virgin who posses no threat. As explained by Janey ... Read More

The Role of a Director in Film Making (990 words, 2 pages)

It is my opinion that a director makes meaning in a film, although the audience will apply their own reading of it. Film has its own "language" and there are a wide range of techniques a director can use to enable the audience to understand his meaning. The director uses ... Read More

An Introduction to the Comparison of Film and Book (349 words, 1 pages)

There are a lot of people in the world, who spend their time in different ways. Some of them enjoy watching films, but others enjoy reading books, and also there are people, who like both watching and reading. How do you think what is better watches a film or reads ... Read More

An Analysis of the Character of Randall P. McMurphy in the Film, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1976 words, 3 pages)

The character of Randall P. McMurphy in Ken Kesey's acclaimed film, 'One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest', displays characteristics that are commonly associated with being both a psychopath and a saviour. The film is set in an American mental institution in the early 1960's, which means that the attitudes of ... Read More

An Analysis of the Film, Wall Street by Oliver Stone (1872 words, 2 pages)

"Greed is good. Greed is right. Greed works." If any three simple sentences could sum up the 80s, those are probably the ones. The 1980s were an age of illusions, one that was hedonistic in nature and self-loathing in practice. As Haynes Johnson recalls, it was "a society favored with ... Read More

A Discussion on Video Nasty, a Term Used for Violent Horror Films Released Onto Video (613 words, 1 pages)

Video Nasties "Video Nasty" was a term that came from the tabloid press during the 1970s. It was a term they used for very violent horror films that were released onto video videos that were noticed to have been in possession of a few notorious murderers, and it was in ... Read More

Should I Buy a Digital or Film Camera? (1044 words, 2 pages)

Digital or Film In today's society, it may be difficult to make a choice between digital cameras and film cameras. There are many things that you should consider when making this decision. One of the most important elements of this comparison is that of pixel count. It is not, however, ... Read More

A Report on Gandhi, a Film by John Briley (750 words, 2 pages)

Movie Gandhi The movie Gandhi was about the impact Mahatma Gandhi made on India in gaining its independence from Britain and how the Hindus and Muslims utilized non-violent protests to achieve this goal. This film reflects imperialism in the sense that what went on in the video clearly supported the ... Read More

A Description of M, Fritz Lang’s First Sound Film Released in 1931 in Germany (754 words, 1 pages)

M, Fritz Lang's first sound film was released in 1931 in Germany. The film is done in black and white and uses sound as a character rather then new technology over powering the cinematography. Lang's use of the camera is sometimes like a still photograph and not a motion picture, ... Read More

A Cultural and Social Analysis of Sapphire, a 1959 Film by Ralph Deardon and Michael Relph (1834 words, 3 pages)

British Cinema History Assignment TwoShane Gladstone91202 A cultural and social analysis of the 1959 Rank film 'Sapphire' by Ralph Deardon and Michael Relph in 1,500 words. The relaxation of film censorship laws in post-war Britain had by the late fifties brought about many changes in British Cinema. The most striking ... Read More

A Review of the Film, Miller’s Crossing (362 words, 1 pages)

In my modest opinion, the film "Miller's Crossing" is Ethan and Joel Coen's greatest achievement to date, even greater than Fargo and Oh Brother Where Art Thou. The only criticism I've heard of this film has to do with the "over-acting"--a criticism that has been directed at more than one ... Read More

An Evaluation of the Film, Romeo and Juliet (3470 words, 4 pages)

Romeo and Juliet - From Stage to Film Romeo and Juliet is, arguably, one of the most popular plays of all time. Since the first performance in the 16th century, audiences have been captivated by the story of two amorous adolescents fighting against the odds to consummate their dream of ... Read More

Women as Sex Objects in the Film, Get Carter (531 words, 1 pages)

In the film, Get Carter (1971), directed by Mike Hodges, women are objectified as sex objects, and carry little personality. The many female characters in the film are portrayed as needy, and seem to throw themselves at Jack Carter (Michael Caine), the main character in the film. In a gangster ... Read More

An Analysis of the Film, Tyler Durden (1219 words, 2 pages)

For years David Fincher has directed some of the most stylish and creative thrillers in American movies. His works include Aliens 3, Seven, The Game and Fight Club. Each of these films has been not only pleasing and fun to watch but each has commented on society, making the viewers ... Read More

An Analysis of the Different Character Portrayals from Books to Films (1368 words, 2 pages)

Different Character Portrayals From Book to Film The Odyssey, the classic epic by Homer, has been retold for centuries since it was first written in . Each of these retellings differs from, one another, seeing as each version has a somewhat alternate take on the tale. This causes characters to ... Read More

A History of Movie Stars in the First Two Decades of the American Film Industry (789 words, 2 pages)

Movie stars are actors whose personas transcends their work, that is, persons whose personas becomes part of our mass culture. Several of the very first movie starts set the pattern for all those who followed. In the very early days of the Silent Film era however, there were no movie ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013