Essays and Research Papers on Mixed issues in Film Television Theater Music & Dance

A 3 page essay that discusses this film. Director D.W. Griffith’s “The Birth of a Nation” (1915) debuted as “The Clansman” in California, but was retitled for the world premier in New York three months later (Dirks). While this film is acknowledged to be a cinematic masterpiece by the American Film Institute, it is also ...

A 4 page paper which examines the agents of socialization that Forrest Gump encounters in the film, Forrest Gump. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page essay that discusses Rita Dove’s 1994 play “The Darker Face of the Earth,” which mirrors many of the themes and plot devices that occur in ancient Greek play by Sophocles’ “Oedipus Rex.” In both plays, the work of fate and destiny are evident in a manner that suggests that while the ...

A 6 page analysis of the character of Biff in Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

In six pages this paper explores how American culture during the year 1951 is reflected in this book and film released that year. Five sources are cited in the bibliography.

This 6 page paper discusses the science fiction film “The Thirteenth Floor” and answers detailed questions about it. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 7 page paper considers the ethical dilemmas some of the characters face in the BBC-TV production “The Jury.” It also briefly speculates on why audiences like legal dramas so much. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 10 page paper that answers detailed questions about the movie "Erin Brokovich," which is based on a real-life court case, caused a huge utility, Pacific Gas and Electric, to compensate the people of Hinkley, California for poisoning their water supply. Collectively, the answers offer a broad overview of the movie and the details ...

A 4 page discussion of how the characters in each of these classics managed to exercise free will even under the most oppressive of circumstances. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

In five pages this paper examines how the cinematic depiction of imperialism has changed over the years. Five sources are listed in the bibliography.

This 3 page paper discusses John Proctor, the protagonist of Arthur Miller’s play “The Crucible,” and argues that he is a tragic hero. Bibliography lists 1 source

In four pages this paper compares and contrasts the friendships of Gilgamesh and Enkidu in The Epic of Gilgamesh and Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar in the 1992 film Wayne’s World. Two sources are listed in the bibliography.

A 5 page paper which examines the manner in which the film Juno addresses the complex issue of teenage pregnancy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

In four pages this paper examines the effects of madness in the works of author and playwright Luigi Pirandello in a comparison and contrast of how madness is utilized in these two plays. Three sources are cited in the bibliography.

A 3 page research paper that discusses the use of mis-en-scene elements in a few selected scenes from the film noir classic, “Mildred Pierce.” Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 8 page paper uses the film “When a Man Loves a Woman” as a basis for discussion of substance abuse and its effect on the family, as well as treatment options and results. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 3 page paper analyzes the 2004 film version of the “Phantom of the Opera” and why it is memorable. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 6 page essay that examines three great musical works, and compares, first of all, the overall characteristics of each work and then specifically analyzes them in terms of their differences, similarities and unique elements. The selections chose are Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D minor from the Baroque period; Beethoven's Fifth Symphony from ...

A 3 page research paper that discusses the nature of humor using the animated TV show “Family Guy.” Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses the themes of genius and madness in the play “Proof” by David Auburn. Bibliography lists 1 source.

In three pages a reaction action paper on Michael Moore’s controversial 2004 documentary Fahrenheit 9/11 is presented. One source is listed in the bibliography.

In five pages this paper examines Aristotle’s criteria for literary tragedy and considers whether or not the ancient Greek philosopher would have labeled Arthur Miller’s social drama as such. Five sources are listed in the bibliography.

8 pages in length. To analyze both versions of The Bad News Bears, it is clear to see how the most significant modification between the two is that neither Walter Matthau nor Tatum O'Neal is in the lead roles. Some films fall flat when they have been remade from a classic original; while ...

A 3 page paper which examines the theme of The Four of Us by Itamar Moses. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 4-page paper compares the plays "Major Barbara" and "Mother Courage," and discusses their negative commentary on society and its values. Bibliography lists 3 sources.`