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

This 5 page report discusses the phenomenon that has been the Star Trek television series and movies and the passionate fan base that developed around the shows and who are known simply as “Trekkies.” Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper which analyzes various aspects of Henrik Ibsen’s play “An Enemy of the People.” The points of analysis concern the common good, the use of authority, manipulation of the public opinion and the value of democracy. No additional sources cited. (Spanish verions available as file RAibesn2.rtf).

A 5 page paper which examines the way in which gays are stereotypically depicted in this film. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

5 pages in length. Stanley Kubrick's "Full Metal Jacket" illustrates the manner by which violence, sexism and racism features so prominently in human nature, with particular emphasis upon American society. Following the thematic example that focuses upon similar filmatic images of the Vietnam War mentality, Kubrick provides a harsh realization of man's inhumanity ...

This 9 page paper uses the books Film Art and The Media Student's book to show how documentaries have changed over the years. Three films are used as examples. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 10 page paper discusses this film from the aspect of abuse in medical facilites. Furthermore, this paper explores the background of the author and how this related to his writing this story. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the movie "Braveheart" from a psychological perspective. This paper specifically addresses the notion of desired illusions and how this is expressed in this film. Bibliography lists 0 sources.

A 6 page essay that examines the film 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) directed by Stanley Kubrick. The writer begins by reviewing the film and then offers genre, auteur, thematic, cultural and theological criticism. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines the “News on the March” scene which is seen in the beginning of Orson Welles’ film “Citizen Kane.” No additional sources cited.

A 6 page paper which examines how the Korean film industry has been transformed in recent years, achieving success both domestically and internationally, discusses reasons for the turnaround, compares the Korean experience with Japanese and Chinese experiences, and considers the role Hollywood has played in the fortunes of Asian (Korean, Japanese and Chinese) cinema. ...

This 10 page paper discusses the social issues which were shaping the nation and as a result affecting the types of films which were produced in the 1960's. Social aspects outlined with example films to support claims. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines how August Wilson’s plays comment on the Black experience and the culture. The plays discussed are “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” “Fences,” “Joe Turner's Come and Gone,” and “The Piano Lesson.” No additional sources cited.

5 pages in length. The writer discusses stereotypical associations made of Italian-Americans by way of "The Sopranos" and "The Godfather." Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages in length. The extent to which Paris might be considered a 'global city' is found quite clearly within the expansiveness of Mathieu Kassovitz's "La Haine" and Michael Haneke's "Code Inconnu." Examining various historical and cultural features, one might be led to such an understanding by way of gaining a significantly better ...

A 5 page paper which examines how money often influences decisions and actions in this popular play about African-American life during the 1950s. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7 page paper discusses the portrayal of 'space' in the film Citizen Kane. Many examples and quotes given to show this effect used by Orson Wells. Camera, lighting, dialogue, and a short synopsis are included. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 10 page paper considers the role of the entertainment, in particular film and hw this may be seen as offering audiences the possibility of Utopia. The paper includes the ideas of Ernst Bloch and Fredric Jameson and uses many films to illustrate the points raised. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 15 page research paper on the film Windtalkers (2002) directed by John Woo. The writer argues that Woo misses the goal of honoring the Navajo code-talkers of WWII who provided an unbreakable code based on the Navajo language that the best Japanese code-breakers could not decipher. The writer discusses Marine involvement in the production ...

This 10 page paper discusses the role and purpose of humor in Benigni's movie, Life is Beautiful. Tons of quotes from numerous reviewers, critics, and other experts. Examples given from the movie to support the thesis. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 9 page paper discusses the life and works of French film maker, Chantal Ackerman. Two of her works, Je, tu, il, Elle and The Eighties are discussed and compared, as well as shot synopsis offered. Overlying themes in her films are discussed as well as inovations she brought to the industry. Bibliography lists 2 ...

This 10 page paper examines the film "Pierrot-le-Fou" which was very controversial. This paper examines many aspects of the film in order to show how it was a work of suversion. Bibliography lists 0 sources.

This 5 page paper has loads of information on Leontyne Price, Marian Anderson and William Warfield and their connection with one another. Their works, accomplishments are discussed as well as sound clips, video interviews, and audio files. Direct quotes from the singers included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper analyzes Sex, Lies and Videotape as well as the movie, High Art for the implication of the filmmaker as analyst for the human condition. The way in which each filmmaker tackles this agenda is explored and exampled citing scenes from the movies. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 6 page paper which considers to what extent the work of new wave directors in Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan reflect on transnational Chinese cinema. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 9 page paper discusses and gives the synopsis for FOUR of Neil Simon's plays. Barefoot in the Park, Come Blow Your Horn, Prisoner of Second Avenue, and Brighton Beach Memoirs. The overall theme of the paper is aimed toward proving that Simon's plays are more than just a good laugh, but that there is ...