Film Studies

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1. Define in one detailed page each of the following four (A thru D) approaches to film analysis. Be certain to identify any individuals associated with each approach. Be thorough in your answers. A. Auteur Approach B. Genre Approach C. Feminist Approach D. Structural Approach 2. In a detailed 1 page essay, compare and contrast any two characters from any TWO gangster films from the below choices . A. Scarface (1932 Version) B. The Godfather (1972 Version with Al Pacino) C. Goodfellas D. Casino E. Gangs of New York F. Bugsy G. Bonnie and Clyde H. Road to Perdition Be certain to make specific references to each film and do not forget to cite relevant quotes to support your perceptions of similarities and differences. 3. In a detailed 1 page essay, describe in detail the reasons why gangsters become gangsters as presented in any TWO of the following films: A. Scarface (1932 Version) B. The Godfather (1972 Version with Al Pacino) C. Goodfellas D. Casino E. Gangs of New York F. Bugsy G. Bonnie and Clyde H. Road to Perdition Be sure to express your interpretation in clear and declarative statements. Then, you task it to prove the validity of your insights by making specific references to the films ‘content, action, plot, dialog, and perhaps, symbolism. 4. In the film, The Road to Perdition, we are given a unique perspective on the relationship of father and son in the context of gangster films. In The Godfather (1972), we see a growing father and son relationship between Vito Corleone and Michael. In a thoughtful one page essay that makes references to these films, compare and contrast the father and son relationships in The Godfather and The Road to Perdition. In The Godfather, you may refer to any of the father son relationships as there are several.