International Film Comparison Paper
Watch Ingmar Bergman’s classic 1957 poetic drama The Seventh Seal. Then you may choose from ONE (1) of the four other films below. After watching The Seventh Seal and the film of your choice, use the knowledge you have learned thus far in class to compare and contrast the two films.
REQUIREMENTS
It will be up to you to come up with an argument that encompasses both films.
You will need to compare and contrast several elements of the films, developing a multi-perspective analysis of local, global, international, and communication issues throughout the films.
One other source besides Stephen Prince’s Movies and Meaning is required. You cannot cite IMDB or Wikipedia. Do some research on the director of your film. If you have time to watch another of his or her films, I encourage you.
You will then write a 3-4 double-spaced page paper that analyzes and exposes what you learned from the course about the given films.
As your paper will analyze films directed/written by people from different countries, it is crucial to dissect how these filmmakers approach the elements of filmmaking to tell a narrative. Some of the elements to consider are, but not limited to:
Film Structure
Cinematography
Design
Editing
Acting
Sound
Genre
Visual effects
Make sure you explain each component you choose in detail and defend your arguments with sources!
Be sure to write your paper in APA format citing the text when necessary. Include an abstract, introduction, body paragraphs, conclusion and reference page. The paper will be submitted to the Turnitin Dropbox on Canvas.
CRITERIA
I will deduct points for poor grammar, informality of expression, and failure to comply with APA style. If you don’t have a manual, find an online style guide.
Don’t be informal. You’re writing a paper, not a discussion. Don’t offer opinions that sound like social media posts. Writing, “Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown had incredible performances!” will get you points knocked off.
Use topic sentences. These are the first sentences of your paragraphs, the organizing ideas. For example: “Thanks to its use of deep focus and Walter Murch’s sound design, Apocalypse Now recreates the experience of barely surviving a war in Southeast Asia.”
You must cite the Prince textbook and any relevant secondary sources. If you have seen movies to which you can compare The 400 Blows and the other film of your choice, also cite them. Your paper will be richer if it demonstrates a familiarity with film as a cross-generational conversation.
ACCESS
To watch these films, you need to visit https://library.fiu.edu/filmandtv/resources and click on Kanopy Streaming Videos. Create an account. If you access Kanopy through the FIU Library, it is a free service. I suggest using your FIU log-in info for easy remembering.
Several public libraries have these films available for checkout on DVD or Blu-ray.
Netflix, Amazon, and other streaming services may offer them too.
FILMS
Use IMDB or Wikipedia to read synopses.
The Seventh Seal (1957), directed by Ingmar Bergman (REQUIRED).
Then choose ONE (1) of the following:
Eraserhead (1978), directed by David Lynch (United States)
Wings of Desire (1987), directed by Wim Wenders (Germany)
13 Assassins (2011), directed by Takashi Miike
FORMAT
Your paper is to be written in an APA-Style format. This includes the following:
12-point font
Times New Roman font
Double-spaced
1-inch margins
cover page
reference page
in-text citations
For more detailed instructions and information on how to write an APA-style paper, please visit https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/. There is an extensive databank on how to incorporate in-text citations, and properly format your references.
MUS-2220 sec.003 Instructor: Weik
Video Listening Report #1
Name: _______________________________________ Rocket#___________________
Performance view date: _________Performance Title: ___________________________
Group Name/Artist(s): _____________________________________________________
Instrumentation: __________________________________________________________
Selection # 1 Title (if able): _____________________________ Tempo: fast, med, slow Rhythmic Style (swing, Latin, rock, etc.): _________________ Meter (3, 4, 5, etc.): ____ Which instruments play the introduction? ______________________________________
Which play the melody during the head? ______________________________________
List the order of solos by instrument: _________________________________________
Drum solo? Trade 2’s, 4’s, extended solo? _____________________________________ Tempo changes? Double time, half time, etc. __________________________________
Describe the bass accompaniment (in 2, walking, interactive, etc.): __________________
Describe the ending (abrupt, tag, like the beginning, etc.): _________________________
Describe the form of the song: AABA, ABAC, Blues, Other____________
Note if you heard any: call & response, shout chorus, collective improv. stop time, etc.
(Describe briefly) _________________________________________________________
Selection # 2 Title (if able): _____________________________ Tempo: fast, med, slow Rhythmic Style (swing, Latin, rock, etc.): _________________ Meter (3, 4, 5, etc.): ____ Which instruments play the introduction? ______________________________________
Which play the melody during the head? ______________________________________
List the order of solos by instrument: _________________________________________
Drum solo? Trade 2’s, 4’s, extended solo? _____________________________________ Tempo changes? Double time, half time, etc. __________________________________
Describe the bass accompaniment (in 2, walking, interactive, etc.): __________________
Describe the ending (abrupt, tag, like the beginning, etc.): _________________________
Describe the form of the song: AABA, ABAC, Blues, Other____________
Note if you heard any (see above):____________________________________________
Selection # 3 Title (if able): _____________________________ Tempo: fast, med, slow Rhythmic Style (swing, Latin, rock, etc.): _________________ Meter (3, 4, 5, etc.): ____ Which instruments play the introduction? ______________________________________
Which play the melody during the head? ______________________________________
List the order of solos by instrument: _________________________________________
Drum solo? Trade 2’s, 4’s, extended solo? _____________________________________ Tempo changes? Double time, half time, etc. __________________________________
Describe the bass accompaniment (in 2, walking, interactive, etc.): __________________
Describe the ending (abrupt, tag, like the beginning, etc.): _________________________
Describe the form of the song: AABA, ABAC, Blues, Other____________
Note if you heard any (see above):____________________________________________
How do the musicians communicate with each other during the performance?
What about this music makes it Jazz in quality and/or nature?
How does this experience differ from the music you’ve heard before you took this class?
What other impressions do you have about this performance?
Your Signature____________________________
- Video Listening Report #1
YouTube Concert Video Listening Report
If your last name begins with A, B, C or D, watch and fill out the report form on link #1.
If your last name begins with E, F, G, or H, watch and fill out the report form on link #2
and so forth:
#1 hLps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SU27GkxxAJo Last name begins with: ABCD
#2 hLps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1qgbfE3E2o Last name begins with: EFGH
#3 hLps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbZRQEiJ14g Last name begins with: IJKL
#4 hLps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKuAxrb5ACg Last name begins with: MNOP
#5 hLps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-Nc_m58TYc Last name begins with: QRSTU
#6 hLps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMb3PX9gq78 Last name begins with: VWXYZ
If the video has an ad, skip it when you can. If the video doesn’t start from the beginning, take it back to the beginning. You will sill comment on three of the songs but watch the enire concert.
If you want to watch it twice before filling it out, ok, but it’s not necessary. I trust that you will fill it out correctly on the first try. When you have finished, please scan it and email it to me. Please don’t try to turn it in on Blackboard. If you wish, you may, of course watch the other
videos. Enjoy!
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