Follow the attach instructions to complete this work.
Movie 7 instructions to follow;
To try to reduce the work load in consideration of Stage 3’s due date, you’re free to watch ONE film (from the Week 7 list of options) instead of
Lady Bird. It is up to. That said, either way, actually WATCH the film…
Week 7 DB Overview
Formatting: Copy/paste the complete questions between your answers (the actual questions, NOT abbreviations or invented headings, or you’ll be asked to repost).
Due date & word count: .
Around 250 – 400 words is a good word count range for your posts this week. Avoid going over. You may be required to repost.
Regarding this week’s prompt questions:
The prompt questions are basic and not looking for you to write a film review. This is not a writing class. Avoid excessive description and evaluative commentary. Do not create posts full of vague commentary. One could create a million word post with this type of verbiage and still wouldn’t adequately address the prompt questions.
Instead, focus on addressing the questions in plain, straightforward language:
what you see on screen and can support with specific concrete observable evidence (and supported by what you’re learning from the assigned resources – only two of which are required each week). This is the kind of information that you’ll only be able to supply if you’ve really watched the film(s). And if you haven’t, piling on word count won’t help.
Regarding this week’s pronpt questions:
This type of response, for example, does not address what’s required in this class. In other words, do NOT post this type of response. If you do, you will be required to repost:
“The cinematography in Lady Bird uses a mix of close-ups, medium shots, and wide frames to emphasize personal moments and the environment. Camera angles often focus on Lady Bird’s face to capture her internal emotions, while the framing places characters within their social settings to highlight their relationships. etc. etc.”
Instead, try this: Free yourself to watch the movies and express your unique pov, voice, and what you think.
Resources/references:
Acording to the rubic, you’re expected to read/view and reference (and “demonstrate understanding of” ) at least two assigned learning resources within your post. Keep it simple: find two that interest you.
Cite the films and learning resources appropriately (with in-text citations that correspond w/ your references list). I’ve shared some aids on how to cite them in the Ask the Prof. area of the main discussion page. Beyond that, the EWC (Effective Writing Center) and tutoring is available through the Academic Support menu in our classroon.
Participation:
Post one peer reply by Sunday night, and one more by Tuesday (around 125 words or so each is fine). Avoid going over – keep the posts straightfoward and conversational (i.e. generic, formualic responses will not receive credit). Be respectful – do not copy/paste “bot” style replies in response to your classmates’ work. Friendly, conversational replies are all that’s needed here.
AI, ChatGPT, etc.
It goes without saying that you should not use AI tools to generate your work in this course , or copy/paste AI generated content in your posts/assignments. AI cannot watch a movie or read/view the course content: only you can.
Critical Thinking: AI lacks the nuanced understanding and flexibility of human thinking. Critical thinking is a major component of our discussion board and homework. Improper use of AI, such as simply copying and pasting results, will likely result in a poor grade. Using AI as a shortcut will not lead to the desired academic outcomes.
Using AI in this manner, without putting any effort into producing original work does not allow you to learn, grow and develop your own skils.
It’s also disrespectful to students who do want to learn and do the work. It disrupts the discussion board, wasting their time and yours. It makes it hard for learners to find others to interact with and meet the participation requirement (where much of the learning takes place). And no one wants to recieve AI-generated peer messages.
If you chose to enroll in this class: watch the movies, read the assigned content, and respond to the questions (and your classmates) yourself.
Remember:
Don’t copy AI-generated text into your assignments, discussion board posts, or peer replies.
Don’t use AI-generated ideas in a paper, discussion posts, or peer messages without disclosing its use.
Don’t copy and paste AI-generated summaries and paraphrases into your discussion board posts, replies, or assignments.
Don’t use generative AI analysis as a substitute for your own.
Don’t use AI to generate your academic writing.
ChatGPT is a source of information and to include any content from it without disclosing it is a form of dishonesty. In the context of academic writing, it is a form of academic dishonesty or plagiarism.
Extra Resources to Explore:
Spike Lee – The Iconic Visuals and Creative Process of Spike Lee’s School Daze
Assignment Movie 7
To participate in this week’s Discussion, you will need to watch two films:
Lady Bird (Greta Gerwig. 2017) and a film of your choice from the provided list.
Film One
Lady Bird (Greta Gerwig. 2017)
Greta Gerwig’s
Lady Bird is a coming-of-age story superbly directed and edited. Gerwig’s debut as a director shows an amazing grasp of all the elements of directing. Notice how the film’s mise-en-scène reflects the time the film is set. Gerwig’s casting of the characters and handling of the actors brings those characters to life in non-cliched ways. And the screenplay, written by Gerwig, hits all the normal tropes of the high school film: worrying about boyfriends and girlfriends, getting into college, relationships with parents, but avoids standard devices and presents more easily identifiable moments.
Film Two
This week watch one of these
Directing Award winning films and discuss and compare it in this week’s discussion post.
1.
8 ½ (1963)
2.
All Quiet on the Western Front (2022)
3.
Another Round (2020)
4.
Arrival (2016)
5.
The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)
6.
Black Girl (1966)
7.
Birdman (2014)
8.
Black Swan (2010)
9.
Citizen Kane (1941)
10.
The Dark Knight (2008)
11.
Daughters of Dust (1981)
12.
Drive My Car (2021)
13.
Force Majeure (2014)
14.
Get Out (2017)
15.
Gravity (2013)
16.
Hereditary (2018)
17.
The Lives of Others (2006)
18.
Million Dollar Baby (2004)
19.
Mulholland Drive (2001)
20.
The Night of the Hunter (1955)
21.
No Country for Old Men (2007)
22.
Oldboy (2003)
23.
Parallel Mothers (2021)
24.
Shoplifters (2018)
25.
Vertigo (1958)
26.
Zodiac (2007)
For both
Lady Bird and the film you selected, discuss the following elements for the films and compare the two directors regarding:
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Directorial Vision: What do you think was the director’s vision for these films, and how effectively was it conveyed on screen?
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Directorial Style: How would you describe the director’s unique style or signature in these films? Are there any recurring techniques or themes that stand out?
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Cinematography: Discuss the directors’ use of camera angles, framing, and movement. How did these choices contribute to the storytelling and the film’s overall look and feel?
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Narrative Structure: Do the directors employ any unconventional narrative structures or storytelling techniques? How did these choices impact your engagement with the story?
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Audience Engagement: How do the directors engage or challenge the audience’s expectations? Were there moments that surprised you or made you think differently about the films?
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Themes and Messages: Explore the directors’ handling of the films’ themes and messages. Did the directors effectively convey the intended themes, or were there moments of ambiguity or complexity?
