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An Analysis of the Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in As Good as It Gets, a Film by James L. Brooks (1357 words, 5 pages)

In 1997, the film As Good as It Gets was released. Jack Nicholson plays the role of Melvin Udall, a misanthropic and bitter man with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Helen Hunt, who plays a down to earth single mom who waitresses and takes care of her sick son Spence, accompanies him. Greg ... Read More

The Twenty-Year Pursuit of the Murderous Boston Gangster Whitey Bulger in Most Wanted, a Book by Thomas J. Foley (2267 words, 7 pages)

IntroductionMost Wanted, written by Thomas J. Foley, Col. Ret. Massachusetts State Police, with help from John Sedgwick, is a detailed, engaging, eye-opening story about the most famous and most vicious gangster in Bostons history. John Sedgwick is an author that helped Tom Foley develop his story into a well-written book. ... Read More

A Review of Chinatown, a Movie by Roman Polanski (1114 words, 3 pages)

As many critics say, Chinatown is a great entertainment Its something worth the time spent to watch it in 1974. The Chinatown is a great genre and was a great triumph of acting and cinematography as Ebert says. It seems that the storyline is impossible to work from an outsider ... Read More

This paper explores the disparities and likenesses between Batman (directed by Tim Burton in 1989) and The Dark Knight (directed by Christopher Nolan in 2008). Several Batman films premiered in between these two smash hits none were able to match their successes. (The 1997 film Batman Robin received particularly poor ... Read More

A Review of a Movie Easy Rider by Dennis Hopper, Peter Fonda and Terry Southern (834 words, 4 pages)

Movie ReviewThe movie I am reviewing is the 1969 film Easy Rider. Written by Dennis Hopper, Peter Fonda and Terry Southern this movie is an American classic. It was also produced by Peter Fonda and directed by Dennis Hopper, who were the movies two main characters. With a run time ... Read More

A Report on the Movie Adaptation of Stephen King’s Novel The Shining (640 words, 3 pages)

Cabin FeverIn The Shining the Torrance family takes a job to take care of the Overlook Hotel from October to May. While staying there, with only each other, strange things start occurring. The hotels gruesome past comes to haunt Jack and his family in paranormal ways. Jack starts losing his ... Read More

An Overview of the Mysteries in Chinatown Movie (769 words, 3 pages)

Every time theres a mystery in a film, I do my best to piece things together faster than the detective or investigator. Often times, I have great success. This time, not so much. This is not due to a lacking of information in the film, but rather a clever masking ... Read More

An Analysis of ‘As Good As It Gets’ (1280 words, 2 pages)

1) In As Good As It Gets, the main character Melvin Eudoll (played by Jack Nicholson) definitely suffers from obsessive compulsive disorder DMS code 300.30. He also may very well be suffering from oppositional defiant disorder, DSM code 313.81. 2) On a scale of one to ten, I would surely ... Read More

The Anti-Social Behavior Exhibited in “One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest” (882 words, 3 pages)

One Flew Over The Cuckoos Nest Antisocial Behavior I. Diagnosis of Randal McMurpy.A. Character assessment of Randal McMurpy played by Jack Nicholson in the movie.B. Description of Antisocial behavior.II. How it affects those around themIII. What is the treatment (if any) is there for this disease.A. Is it treatable?B. What ... Read More

The Unforgettable Scenes in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest by Ken Kesey (2957 words, 5 pages)

IntroductionOne Flew Over the Cockoo s Nest presents a flashing array of images and scenes that are impossible to ignore and impossible to forget. One particular scene, where Jack Nicholson is being led to bed with a marring scar on his forehead, is among the most socially disturbing. For, we ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of Ironweed by Francis Phelan (603 words, 1 pages)

IRONWEED is the story of Francis Phelan's return to Albany, New York. In 1901, Phelan was a trolley car worker for the Albany Traction Company. During a strike, Phelan throws a rock and kills a scab conductor. To escape prosecution, he leaves Albany for a year. After he returns, he ... Read More

An Analysis of ChinaTown, a Film by Roman Polanski (1283 words, 2 pages)

Lange, JasonFilm 101 M-W 12-150Paper 2ChinaTownChinaTown, directed by Roman Polanski, is a non-traditional hard-nosed detective film made in the 70's. The typical elements of character type are there J.J. Gittes (a private detective in LA) played by Jack Nicholson is the central character, sharing the spotlight is Fay Dunaway playing ... Read More

An Analysis of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (960 words, 2 pages)

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and actions (compulsions). The obsessive thoughts may range from the idea of losing control, safety or cleanliness. Compulsions are associated behaviors, which help reduce the anxiety surrounding those obsessions. Obsessive-Compulsive disorder is one of the more difficult to ... Read More

A Movie Analysis of One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest (616 words, 1 pages)

Movie Opinion on One Flew Over The Cuckoos NestMovie Opinion on One Flew Over The Cuckoos NestThe paper that I am writing about is on the movie One Flew Over The Cuckoos Nest with Jack Nicholson. The movie is a good example of Total Institution. In the movie One Flew ... Read More

An Analysis of Little Shop of Horrors (605 words, 1 pages)

Little Shop of Horrors Theatrical Analysis"Little Shop of Horrors" Theatrical AnalysisOne of the longest-running and most successful off-Broadway shows of all time, Little Shop of Horrors, is what could be called an affectionate spoof of the 1960 Roger Corman movie, Little Shop of Horrors. Little Shop of Horrors has become ... Read More

An Open Letter to Advanced UAV (1528 words, 3 pages)

An Open Letter to AdvancedUAVWhen I was 16, I made my first Youtube video in Windows Movie Maker. It was a Charlie Chaplin silent film, but I had cut out the text panels and replaced them with leetspeak I had written. It was stupid and poorly done, but it was ... Read More

An Analysis of the Main Character, Melvin Eudoll in the Movie As Good as It Gets (1281 words, 2 pages)

In As Good As It Gets, the main character Melvin Eudoll (played by Jack Nicholson) definitely suffers from obsessive compulsive disorder DMS code 300.30. He also may very well be suffering from oppositional defiant disorder, DSM code 313.81.On a scale of one to ten, I would surely give a ten ... Read More

An Analysis of The Shining, a Film Directed by Stanley Kubrick (694 words, 1 pages)

The Shining, written by Stephen King and produced by Stanley Kubrik, was a brilliant and creative gothic horror film that was released for viewing in 1980. It is a horror film that distinguished itself from the rest of this genre for its finesse and style that introduced the viewer to ... Read More

An Introduction to the Analysis of as Good as It Gets (943 words, 2 pages)

As Good as it Gets had several interpersonal relationships that evolved around the main character played by Jack Nicholson. For this presentation I have chosen to elaborate on three of them the relationship between Melvin Udall (the main character) and his homosexual neighbor, Simon Bishop, and Melvin and his neighbors ... Read More

An Analysis of the Shining (764 words, 2 pages)

As in many of his films, director Kubrick exploresthe dimensions of the genre to create the ultimate horror film - hedeliberately reduces the pace of the narrative and expands the rather simpleplot of a domestic tragedy to over two hours in length, creates lush imageswithin the ornate interior of the ... Read More

A Film Critic of As Good as It Gets (593 words, 1 pages)

As Good as it Gets This was a very interesting movie, which showed a man's struggle with the disorder of OCD. In the beginning of the movie Jack Nicholsons symptoms were shown in a manner that mirrored OCD symptoms exactly. There were many symptoms toward the disorder that were shown ... Read More

An Analysis of the Gender Problems in Literature in the United States (1239 words, 2 pages)

Misogyny America's first great sexual revolution took place in the early decades of the twentieth century. This critical event signaled the decline of Victorian ideals. During these times women tried, fought, and thought that they were assuring themselves the freedom to express themselves as equals against men. While these times ... Read More

An Introduction to the Pacific Heights Thrills (438 words, 1 pages)

Getting Chills From Pacific Heights Thrills Suspense films dish out edge-of-your-seat anxiety with nail biting anticipation to the audience by making them feel as though they were part of the experience instead of a mere spectator. Pacific Heights, directed by John Schlesinger, may have been more dramatic than suspenseful but ... Read More

A Book Analysis of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest by Ken Kesey (1424 words, 2 pages)

McMurphy a Savior? Literature of the mid twentieth century includes vast pieces of writing, many of which speak of reform. The reorganization of the United States social service system during this period of time was a highly publicized issue, one which demanded recognition from the populous. Author, Ken Kesey, relays ... Read More

An Analysis of the Great Movies as Based Upon Novels (308 words, 1 pages)

Movie Review As always all great movies are based upon novels and this movie is no exception, This is a unique and slightly disturbing movie. The film has its advantages compared with the original story which I think was amazing in it self and with its deep meanings which you ... Read More

An Analysis of ChinaTown by Roman Polanski (1283 words, 2 pages)

Lange, Jason Film 101 M-W 12-150 Paper 2 ChinaTown ChinaTown, directed by Roman Polanski, is a non-traditional hard-nosed detective film made in the 70's. The typical elements of character type are there J.J. Gittes (a private detective in LA) played by Jack Nicholson is the central character, sharing the spotlight ... Read More

An Analysis of As Good As it Gets (948 words, 2 pages)

As Good As it Gets As Good as it Gets had several interpersonal relationships that evolved around the main character played by Jack Nicholson. For this presentation I have chosen to elaborate on three of them the relationship between Melvin Udall (the main character) and his homosexual neighbor, Simon Bishop, ... Read More

The Life of John Reed as It Intertwines With Louise Bryant in Reds by Warren Beatty (1038 words, 2 pages)

REDS Reds, the historical epic written, produced, and directed by Warren Beatty, follows the life of John Reed as it intertwines with Louise Bryant , the Russian Revolution, and other historical characters. Featuring Warren Beatty as John Reed and Diane Keaton as Louise Bryant. Also, including Jack Nicholson as Eugene ... Read More

A Comparison of the One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest and a Beautiful Mind (914 words, 2 pages)

Both One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest and A Beautiful Mind are award winning movies which closely analyze psychological behaviour and behaviour modification. The movie One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest, starring Jack Nicholson, is about a common criminal who others believe has psychological problems which result to him being ... Read More

The Character Analysis of Evelyn Mulwray and Faye Dunaway’s Portrayal in Chinatown (573 words, 1 pages)

Many aspects of the movie Chinatown appealed to me as I have never seen it before and so many different things about it appealed me. Most of all, I loved Faye Dunaway in it, and her character, Evelyn Mulwray. Most of all, I love the sophistication of her character, Evelyn. ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013