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

This 4 page paper analyzes an episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer for technical aspects, theme, social commentary. Quotes and synopsis included. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the use of the 'rebel' character in the movies Rebel Without a Cause and 400 Blows. Cinematography discussed, themes, conflict, and social commentary. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page research paper that examines Georg Philipp Telemann's Sinfonia in F major. The musical career of German composer Georg Philipp Telemann (1681-1767) coincides with the rise and decline of the Baroque recorder, an instrument that is closely associated with his work. Telemann's use of the recorder is a principal feature in his Sinfonia ...

This 10 page film theory paper discusses the issue in Simon During's book in regard to popular global culture. Total Recall and Blade and exampled. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 8 page paper analyzes the movie X-Men by Bryan Singer for the use of Space, place, and cultural/social implications. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page research paper that analyzes the film 12 Angry Men from the perspective of how one juror's leadership influences the dynamics of jury considering a murder case. While, initially, the majority of these jurors simply accept the prosecution's case at face value and are ready to find the young defendant guilty, one ...

A 4 page paper which examines whether we should be concerned about, and thus fight against, all the murder and violence we see displayed in the media today. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

An 11 page paper which compares and contrasts the novel “The Heart of Darkness” by Joseph Conrad and the film version of the same name, directed by and produced in 1994. Bibliography lists 5 additional sources.

A 4 page essay that argues that Marsha Norman's play 'night, Mother fails to fit the definition of Greek tragedy. This examination of the play reveals that it is not Greek tragedy, merely tragic, because Jessie's final act accomplishes no purpose. It is merely her final abdication of personal responsibility. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

An 8 page paper which compares Nora from Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House” and Hedda from Ibsen’s “Hedda Gabler.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines Henrik Ibsen and elements of his play “A Doll’s House.” Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.

This 11 page paper discusses the portrayal of masculinity in the 1950's as depicted in two films: All that Heaven Allows, and Far from Heaven. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines how Oscar Wilde’s play “Salome” presents the viewer or reader with a western orientalism of “other.” Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page research paper that takes the form of a hypothetical concert review. The writer provides an example of how such a review might be written, specifically in regards to an actual concert that occurred in Ottawa in August, 2003 by Daniel Bolshoy and Julie Nesrallah, which featured Spanish classical guitar compositions. Bibliography ...

This 15 page paper discusse the interconnected role that journalism and filmmaking have. Also discussed is how advancement of technology have changed both industries for the better and for the worst. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines how Lorraine Hansberry’s novel “A Raisin in the Sun” possesses themes of manhood and materialism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the Vietnam war and its ideologies through the Randall Wallace movie, We Were Soldiers. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 10 page research paper/essay that analyzes Bertolt Brecht's play "Mother Courage and Her Children." This play addresses the senselessness of war and human depravity that results from totalitarianism; however, Brecht does this by using his own unique perspective and sense of theatre, rather than following the Aristotelian paradigm for tragedy, which had traditionally ruled ...

This 11 page paper provides an overview of the characterizations and narrative style of The Green Mile. This paper outlines some of the elements of the film as well as Stephen King's novel. Bibliography lists 5 source.

A 3 page paper which examines the accuracy in the film “The Longest Day.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper which argues why someone should watch the film “Titanic.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page research paper that analyzes the documentary Roger & Me (1989) by Michael Moore, specifically looking at film techniques used, as well as Moore's social commentary. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the life and work of theater artist Tadashi Suzuki. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines what was wrong with Willy Loman’s dreams in Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines how Brando’s experiences in his personal life and on the stage elevated his cinematic performances. Bibliography lists 4 sources.