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

A 5 page paper which examines who or what Godot is, from Beckett’s play “Waiting for Godot,” and whether it is of any importance that we ever know. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

7 pages in length. One of only two surviving children out of seven, Wolfgang Mozart was born into a family full of love, support and nurturing. His musical talents were noted at quite an early age, with his father – Leopold – taking a particularly stringent approach to cultivating his budding musical abilities. ...

A 5 page paper discussing research in conflict in interpersonal communication using the film "The Birdcage" as a setting in which to discuss the issue. The film used as the basis for discussion here is a comedy, and it is quite easy to look in at the scenes being played before us and laugh ...

6 pages in length. The writer discusses the programming options for three show slated for fall, 2002. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 6 page report discusses Caryl Churchill’s 1982 play Top Girls, which has been described as “taking a cautionary path toward probable dystopia” Churchill has been one of the leading British playwrights of the 20th century and in the world of Top Girls, she makes it clear that there are few easy rewards for ...

A 6 page paper which examines the feminine perspective and the material perspective in film, as well as one television show. The works discussed in regards to the feminine approach are “Babette’s Feast,” “Top Gun,” “Sanjuro,” and “The Birds.” The materialism perspective discusses “City Lights,” “Citizen Kane,” “O Brother, Where Art Thou,” and the Miami Vice episode titled “Trust Fund ...

This 5 page paper discusses the themes of goodness and simplicty which are manhandled in a deeply selfish and brutal world in Frank Capra's movies. Five movies are examined. Examples cited from the text. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7 page paper looks at themes of interracial dating and social stratification in the film Crazy/Beautiful. Issues pertinent to Los Angeles are discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the archetypal, or mythic, qualities in Tennessee Williams’ “The Glass Menagerie.” Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.

15 pages in length. The influence of prime time media is both vast and far-reaching in its ability to educate, inform and enlighten the viewing public. When the topic of homosexuality began to creep its way into prime time television with the significant popularity of Ellen, people were not too terribly concerned with ...

A 10 page observation that the obvious exclusion of blacks from positions of high visibility and high influence in the broadcasting industry relates to the recognition by those in power that black faces would not be accepted into the living rooms across America. This paper analyzes the historic prejudices which have been waged against ...

5 pages in length. Virtually since its inception, the debate over quality children's television programming has raged between parents and broadcast networks; while public television has displayed significantly more interest in telecasting a higher quality of educational programming, commercial broadcast networks have not typically followed suit with regard to enlightened choices. The implementation ...

A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman” and Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses Carl Franklin who is both a screenwriter and Hollywood director. This paper uses films such as Devil in the Blue Dress and others to highlight examples of his work. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page paper which analyzes how the film’s protagonist, Father Greg Pilkington (played by Linus Roache) is prevented from being a Roman Catholic priest by his homosexual affair and how, paradoxically, his affair is prevented by being a Roman Catholic priest. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 10 page paper addresses the problem of the east coast and west coast rap wars. The Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac are viewed as casualties of the rivalry. The murders of each rap star are highlighted and the problem is discussed in general. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This is a 5 page paper reviewing the novel and the film “Black Rain” and discussing its success or failure in artistic merit. “Black Rain” has a unique place in the post-war Japanese and world literature in that it does not focus on the politics surrounding or the immediate events after the atomic bomb on ...

This 5 page report discusses three movies from widely different cultures -- Poland, Iran, and Argentina. Each looks at the alienation and social stressors that an individual faces and the ways in which the cultural and social morality of a place influences the actions of that individual. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 7 page report discusses filmmaker Woody Allen and the public discourse related to his relationship with Soon-Yi Previn, his movies, and the public perception of him. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

5 pages in length. Zadig's quest to embrace true happiness amidst the ever-present deterrent of mortal pessimism provides Voltaire with the ability to reach many esoteric and spiritual levels throughout the pages of Zadig L'Ingenu. The protagonist's constant setbacks toward finding love and happiness serve as stepping stones to Zadig's more solid character, ...

This 6 page paper discusses the film about the Beatles called, A Hard Day's Night. This film is discussed with the idea that it chronicled the changing attitude of the new generation as well as gave a glimpse into the new age of rock and role and culture.

This 5 page paper looks at the film as well as the book. The message that the author is trying to convey is highlighted. Imagery is discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses melodrama in film, the characteristics of the melodrama and how it applies to the film, The Men, directed by Fred Zimmerman in 1950. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the fact that All aspects of making a movie is made up of a series of inter-related processes. Important processes include screenwriting, site location processes, bringing together and hiring technical staff and crew, casting, planning processes, the actual production processes, editing, and much more. No single process of making the ...

A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible” and Eugene Ionesco’s “Rhinoceros.” Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.