FILM 101 (critical analysis)

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write simple vocabulary and writing structure ( MLA FORMAT)

write an essay of approximately 500 words (1-2 pages, double-spaced) that analyzes the following scene of movie from The Wizard of Oz: 01:35:51-01:41:21 from the Scarecrow saying “Look!” to The End; or in other words, approximately the last 6 minutes of the film: https://www.netflix.com/title/70039535

Your essay’s analysis must examine all four areas of style while situating the scene within the film’s broader narrative, and interpreting its overall meaning. Please see the rubric below for further evaluation details.

A Works Cited page is NOT required, but please provide in-text citations with MLA STYLE including time ranges for specific scenes/shots described) when appropriate.


Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is linked to a learning outcome Mise-en-scène How well do you analyze the components of Mise-en-scène? Do you use proper film terms to identify elements and interpret their meaning?

4.0 Pts

Full marks

Accurate identifications using proper film terms and sufficient detail provided

2.0 Pts

Partial Marks

Some misidentifications and/or oversights; some detail lacking

0.0 Pts

No marks

No correct identification and/or film terms are not applied

This criterion is linked to a learning outcome Cinematography How well do you analyze the components of cinematography? Do you use proper film terms to identify shots and interpret their meaning?

4.0 Pts

Full marks

Accurate identifications using proper film terms and sufficient detail provided

2.0 Pts

Partial Marks

Some misidentifications and/or oversights; some detail lacking

0.0 Pts

No marks

No correct identification and/or film terms are not applied

This criterion is linked to a learning outcome Editing. How well do you analyze the dimensions of editing? Do you use proper film terms to identify editing techniques/transitions and interpret the relationship between shots?

4.0 Pts

Full marks

Accurate identifications using proper film terms and sufficient detail provided

2.0 Pts

Partial Marks

Some misidentifications and/or oversights; some detail lacking

0.0 Pts

No marks

No correct identification and/or film terms are not applied

This criterion is linked to a learning outcome Sound. How well do you analyze the ingredients and dimensions of film sound? Do you use proper film terms to identify different types of film sound and interpret how they convey meaning?

4.0 Pts

Full marks

Accurate identifications using proper film terms and sufficient detail provided

2.0 Pts

Partial Marks

Some misidentifications and/or oversights; some detail lacking

0.0 Pts

No marks

No correct identification and/or film terms are not applied

This criterion is linked to a learning outcome Narrative/Meaning. Do you situate the scene within the film’s narrative? How deeply do you interpret the overall meaning?

4.0 Pts

Full marks

Meaning is interpreted deeply and scene is situated accurately within film’s broader context

2.0 Pts

Partial Marks

Meaning identified, but could be interpreted more deeply; scene could be better situated; some detail lacking

0.0 Pts

No marks

Interpretation not offered and context of scene is not provided

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