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

A 6 page paper which discusses, and then compares the main characters of "Antigone" by Jean Anouilh and "A Man For All Seasons" by Robert Bolt in relationship to their motivations and actions. These motivations and actions further support their perspectives of self. Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.

A 5 page overview of the plot and underlying message of the Columbia Pictures movie by director-writer Andrew Niccol. Outlines the main events of the movie noting the intense philosophical examination of the potential horrors of genetic engineering. Enticingly presents the questions of whether “perfect” genes indeed make an individual “perfect” and whether ...

A 5 page paper which discusses Mary Shelley's original work of "Frankenstein" and the 1931 film production of "Frankenstein" by James Whale. The paper presents a discussion of each and then compares the two. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

This 12 page paper considers how digital technology is taking over form the traditional methods when it comes to film. Looking at both photography and cinematography the writer consider the way they are used, the advantages and disadvantages as well as current practical uses in order to come to a conclusion regarding the future ...

A 5 page discussion of the growing tendency of television, and the media in general to present more and more graphic detail in regard to violent acts in the news and other programming content. This trend is given that its allure to young children, although incontestable, is one of the prominent societal concerns of ...

A 5 page paper which examines the play "Los Vendidos" by Luis Valdez. The paper approaches the play with a feminist criticism as well as discusses some thematic elements such as symbolism, irony, conflict, and setting. Bibliography lists 4 additional sources.

An 8 page discussion of the role played by CNN in airing the events of the Persian Gulf War. Recognized CNN as one of the world’s leaders in newscasting. Notes the network reached its prime with its coverage of some of the most gruesome events ever broadcast over television. Asserts, however, that ...

A 5 page paper which examines philosophies in the film "the Matrix." The paper examines metaphysics and epistemology as well. The philosophies are examined as they relate to the theories of Berkley and Locke regarding the thoughts about existence, reality and material world. Bibliography lists 1 additional source.

A 5 page comparison of the ethnically specific language, or dialect, used in "Manhattan Transfer" and "West Side Story." Both stories present us with the dialect that is commonly known as American and both also touch on various ethnic dialects. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper reviews the 2001 film Mulholland Drive in respect to its use of editing techniques. Themes are discussed as well. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages in length. When comparing the cartoons produced by Warner Bros. and Disney studios in during the 1930s through 1960s golden age, the student will find one significant difference: the element of fantasy. Clearly, Walt Disney instilled such a sense of fantasy within all his cartoon creations that no other studio could ...

A 5 page analysis of Roy Orbison's hit song "Oh, Pretty Woman" (aka "Pretty Woman). The writer offers a detailed musical analysis looking at such elements as melody, harmony and structure. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 7 page report discusses musical composer and rock musician Frank Zappa (1940-1993). Far too often, Zappa’s work has been relegated to an example of the obscure creative energy exemplified in the 1960s. And yet the reality is that Zappa’s work was far more closely aligned to the established traditions of the avant garde in Europe. This report pays particular attention ...

A 5 page paper which discusses the similarities between Chaucer's "The Knight's Tale," in "Canterbury Tales," and the recent film "A Knight's Tale." Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

A 6 page research paper comparison between Robert Conrad's novel Heart of Darkness and director Francis Ford Coppola's film Apocalypse Now. The writer contrasts and compares the two works, concluding that while the imagery is similar, Coppola's tale is the darker of the two. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the different theories and styles of these playwrights and critics, all of which can be seen as perspective of their time. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 5 page report discusses Orson Welles’ 1941 movie Citizen Kane in terms of its cinematography, story line, and controversy surrounding the movie. The many characteristics that have caused it to be defined as a film classic are also presented briefly along with a consideration of the ways in which the movie differed from any other of its time. Bibliography ...

7 pages in length. Today's family structure bears little reflection upon its former counterparts of decades ago. No longer are family values placed before personal desires, inasmuch as contemporary families are often splintered due to each member's quest to achieve for him or herself. Striving for one's individual aspirations over and above ...

A 10 page paper which examines the world of Berry Gordy, Detroit, and Motown during the 1950s and the 1960s. The paper makes use of the books "Dancing in the Street: Motown and the Cultural Politics of Detroit" by Suzanne E. Smith, "New American Ghetto" by Camelia Vegara, and "Urban Crisis" by Thomas Sugrue. Bibliography lists 6 additional sources. ...

This 8 page paper compares and contrasts digital and analog animation. Realism is the focus of the discussion. Several examples are provided. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 5 page paper which illustrates how our media is largely responsible for our narcissistic culture. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page research paper that outlines the development of the piano from the early eighteenth century through the early nineteenth. The writer outlines the major contribution made by various piano makers and also the influence that Beethoven had on piano development. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the way in which the analysis may benefit from auteur theory. The writer explains what is meant by this theory and then applies it to the work of Stanley Kubrick in order to discuss if it is a valid theory of film analysis. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

8 pages in length. Along with a handful of other famous playwrights, Joanna Baillie represents the epitome of theatrical feminism. language of the dialogue in Count Basil points the audience toward her conclusion on heroism, masculinity and femininity by way of boldly contesting the path upon which the nineteenth century Baillie saw theater ...

A five page paper which looks at the way in which Oriental and Asian characters were portrayed in American film, particularly in the period prior to 1940, and the extent to which stereotyping was consistently present in the delineation of Oriental characters. Bibliography lists 5 sources