Essays and Research Papers on Film & Television

A 5 page paper which discusses the moral dilemmas in the movie "Philadelphia." The paper also discusses an alternative to the condition in the film, and presents moral examples of proper treatment of others. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

This five-page-paper presents a discussion of the basic theme of the movie Pulp Fiction and deals with Quentin Tarantino's unique style. Bibliography lists two sources.

This 5 page report discusses Canadian writer Michael Ondaatje’s 1992 novel “The English Patient.” It is a passionate story of war, love and memory was both mysterious and disturbing. But the incident in which Almasy paints Katherine’s face in the cave of swimmers carries a number of deeper meanings than simple grief over her death. Bibliography lists 4 sources. ...

This 11 page paper addresses the subject of television violence as it pertains to the teenage population. Many studies are referenced and both sides of the issue are presented. Annotated bibliography is included and lists 9 sources.

This 6 page paper considers the life and career of Christian Metz, with a concentration on his contributions to film criticisms. This paper outlines the basic elements of Metz's perspective and the underlying reasons for his influence in recent years. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

The movie, The Three Faces Of Eve, was released in 1957 and won an Academy Award for Joanne Woodward in the title role. This 5 page paper explores the diagnosis of multiple personality disorder that was featured in the film. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the impact of television on the social and psychological development of children and the correlation between television and acts of violence in the youth of today. This paper outlines a number of viewpoints regarding the issue of the impact of television, and then relates the authors own view of ...

A 5 page paper that examines the increasingly detrimental impact and influence that violent television programming is proving to exert on the children of America and discusses ways in which this trend of violence might be halted or reversed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses various issues of leadership as they relate to characters in the film "Saving Private Ryan." Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.

A 5 page paper that examines the effect of the Great Depression on American comedy. Discussed are comedic radio programs of the era, as well as comedy motion pictures, and the purpose they served in providing a severely economically depressed America with a means of a temporary escape and relief from the hard times ...

This 6 page report discusses the comic actor Andy Kaufman (1949-1984). People who are aware of Andy Kaufman appear to have one of two attitudes about him -- they love him, thought him to be a comic genius, and are certain he was greatly under-estimated. The other attitude is that Kaufman was tiresome, a mediocre talent, and are certain he ...

This 5 page report discusses the semiologic aspects of the prime-time television show “Touched by an Angel.” In contemporary popular culture, television serves as one of the best possible representations of how it is possible to understand larger realities about society and social beliefs via the stories told and symbols presented. The popular prime-time show “Touched by an Angel” illustrates ...

This 5 page paper explores the cinematography of the opening sequence in Hitchcock's Rear Window. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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 ...

A 7 page discussion of the dominant organizational patterns in the cinematic process. Discusses the four modes of production identified by Bill Nichols: expository, observational, interactive, and reflexive. Contends that the particulars of Nichols' four modes of production are related to historical circumstance and movement as well and utilizes “The Bicycle Thief” a 1940s ...

A 10 page paper which discusses Australia's 10BA legislative action regarding taxing feature film production. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 3 page research paper that analyzes an essay by Neil Postman, "Shuffle Off to Bethlehem," and what it says relative to TV evangelists. The writer then relates Postman's essay to other works. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper which compares and contrasts the character Norman in the 1981 film, "On Golden Pond" and Ivan in Leo Tolstoy's 1886 novel, "The Death of Ivan Ilyich," specifically considering their shared obsession with death and how comparing and contrasting these two stories and characters functions well as a teaching tool. Bibliography ...

A 5 page paper which examines how special effects have altered the presentation of commercial films in the 'Hollywood dream factories,' specifically considering "Titanic," "Pleasantville" and "The Matrix; the influence of historical screen forces; and an overview from a feminist perspective. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page research paper that examines the social impact that the 1962 movie To Kill a Mockingbird had on society. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses the philosophical thoughts of Locke and Berkeley as they relate to such modern science fiction films as "The Matrix." The main focus of the paper is on "The Matrix," though mention is made of "Blade Runner" as well, and specific thoughts regarding the material world and existence, including Locke's views concerning primary and ...

(5pp). Today we toss psychiatric disorders at each other like we are throwing confetti on New Year's Eve. The phrase will be, I flew into 'manic,' or don't be obsessive, or how compulsive. We think we know what all the terms mean. However for some it is not so easy to ...

A 5 page paper which discusses the advantages and disadvantages of wide-screen cinematography by examining why a director would choose to use wide-screen, and considering the virtues and limitations of wide-screen films to conclude whether it is preferable to standard screen cinematography. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page report discusses the ways in which performers become “stars.” Dyer’s theoretical construct is related to the star-image phenomenon and offers certain primary aspects of what a star’s image is made of: What the industry puts out; What the media says; What the star says and does; and what we (the audience) say and select. Ellen DeGeneres ...

A 5 page paper discussing the film's opening scene. This scene sets the tone and the mood of the entire work. We later see vignettes of Kane's life, but we already know that regardless of what happens during these scenes, the ultimate truth is that Kane died alone and in utter poverty in terms of what ...