This assignment involves the composition of a 2500-3000 word argumentative essay of film/TV analysis. You will attempt to convince me of a thesis related to the films’ subject matter and stylistic choices: there are no “right” or “wrong” answers, only better or worse argued essays.
Auteur Analysis
Choose a director or show runner that you consider to be an auteur.
I CHOSE ARI ASTER
Choose any TWO films made by the director to analyze the auteurist vision of this artist.
I CHOSE THE FILMS MIDSOMMAR AND BEAU IS AFRAID
What similarities are there in the stories and characters used in the texts? In the issues raised in them (for example: about God, creativity, responsibility, family, etc.?) In stylistic choices in them (use of camera movement, visual design, music, editing)?
You will be expected to situate the films/shows you discuss within the proper historical parameters. Knowledge of biographical information, as well as the social situation of the country during the time in which the auteur worked are vital to your examination of the films. The more informed you are about the individuals and texts you are writing about, the stronger your argument will be.
Because of this necessity, cited research and a bibliography ARE required for this paper. You must cite at least one outside source!
The paper should have a strong thesis stated in the opening paragraph, while the following paragraphs go on to support that thesis with examples from the films/shows themselves. The more specific examples and thoughtful analysis you provide will all contribute to a stronger argument and a better paper.
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