- The film analysis essay must have a clear introduction. The introduction should contain an attention-getter; a statement of topic (e.g. “This analysis is about The Waterboy.”); a statement of purpose (e.g. to inform, to persuade, or to entertain); a thesis that makes a judgment about the value of the film for what it teaches us about communication; and a preview of your main ideas (the 3 key concepts or theories you’ll cover).
- The body of the essay should be paragraphed to reflect your main ideas. Do not simply summarize or write a ‘book report’ of the plot of the film. Instead, your main ideas and supporting ideas should be chosen and organized to demonstrate your understanding of 3 key concepts or theories from this unit. Link the key concepts or theories to scenes from the film, and provide in-text citations as you do so. Citations should be about the interpersonal communication concept you are discussing. Remember to include a reference page.
- The essay should have a conclusion. Conclusions need a restatement of the thesis and purpose from the introduction, a review of the main ideas, and a closing statement. A suggestion for thinking about how to conclude a paper is to answer the question “So What?” In other words, how can this film/concept help me/ others in our relationships or communication behaviors?
- The entire essay should be a minimum of 600 words.
- Your essay should include (as a separate page) a Works Cited page with the sources you used to support your analysis. Use MLA or APA format.
- After your references, include 3-5 sentences explaining how your group performed on this group activity and if you were satisfied with the performance of yourself and/or others. Take this opportunity to highlight the good work of others.
6. Give your essay the following header:[Your name]
eCore COMM 1100
[Date]
[Film title]
Key Concepts/Theories (your essay should clearly address 3 – 5 of these as seen in the Film): – Page numbers are from textbook chapters 6 & 7:
- Interpersonal conflict (410-437; 535-541)
- Managing Emotions (450-452)
- Attachment Theory (442-444)
- Emotional Expression and Display Norms
(442-449; Concepts-Relationship)
- Self-Disclosure Theories (453-465; Concepts-The Self and Self-Disclosure)
- Family Rituals (501-503)
- Family Conversation and Conformity Orientations(503-507)
- Stages of Relationship Development – Romantic (Concepts-Relationship; 468-476; 508-518;525-528; 533-535)
- Stages of Relationship Development – Friendship (Concepts-Relationship; 468-476; 479-494;522-525)
- Gender Norms and Impact on Relationships(494-497)
- Love Display (Krznaric; Concepts-Relationship;
