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

In three pages this paper presents a summary, synopsis, and writer’s personal reflections on director Michael Moore’s 2007 film Sicko. One source is listed in the bibliography.

In five pages this paper examines the impact of violence in the cinematic medium while considering the relationship between medial literacy and the responsible consumption of popular culture. Six sources are listed in the bibliography.

This 3 page paper describes some of the stories that take place within the film On the Waterfront and argues that they work together to present the story. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper reviews the play first performed at Yale Repertory Theatre on March 12, 1982. The play provides valuable insight into 1950 Apartheid South Africa. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 7 page analysis compares the film and novel versions loosely on the thesis of the similarities and distinct differences in the two mediums. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page paper that compares the final scene from the book to the final scene in the 1941 movie adaptation directed by John Huston. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses various aspects of the performing and visual arts. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper examines the classic 1967 film “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” from a symbolic interactionist perspective. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of Josh Gracin's "The Other Little Soldier". A literary critique of the music and video is provided. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page musical analysis of Chopin's Prelude in C Minor. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper compares two plays, The Cherry Orchard and A Raisin in the Sun. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the way in which parents on television have gone from being parents to being their children’s friends, and what this means for society. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

In 7 pages, the author discusses compares and contrasts 'Heart of Darkness' by Joseph Conrad, and 'Apocalypse Now,' a movie loosely based on the novel. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 8 page paper discusses the use of the symbol “carpe diem” in the film “Dead Poet’s Society.” Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines the historical perspective concerning William Hearst in the film Citizen Kane. Bibliography lists 5 sources. .

This 8 page paper discusses George Balanchine and Serge Diaghilev and their contributions to dance. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7 page paper reviews the play first performed at Yale Repertory Theatre on March 12, 1982. The play provides valuable insight into 1950 Apartheid South Africa. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page research paper that describes the function of film genre and how it changes to reflect changes in society. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page film review of this fascinating documentary that chronicles the 1994 Senate race between incumbent Senator Charles S. Robb and Oliver L. North. The writer argues that mud slinging campaign epitomizes what was wrong then and continues to be wrong with American electoral politics. Bibliography lists 1 source.

In three pages this paper examines the importance of editing and sound to this George Lucas and Steven Spielberg collaboration to achieving the film’s overall effectiveness. Three sources are listed in the bibliography.

This 3 page paper summarizes and analyzes the 1986 film The Mission with Jeremy Irons and Robert De Niro. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of Walker's "Hollywood UK". The cultural forces affecting the evolution of British cinema in the 1960s are explored. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper explores the fact that Joseph Losey was blacklisted during the McCarthy era, and moved to England to continue working. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 10 page essay on how George Bernard Shaw portrays women in Mrs. Warren's Profession and Pygmalion. The writer analyzes each play, showing how Shaw's portrayal of women is positive and also insightful regarding the norms of Victorian society and the British class system. No additional sources cited.

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of Handel's "Messiah". Reasons for the popularity of the work are discussed, including its oratorio structure. Bibliography lists 3 sources.