Film Studies Essay Examples and Topics. Page 3

In Green Mile, John Coffey and Paul Edgecomb try to solve the mystery of finding a true murderer and freeing Coffey from execution.

Even though the director seems to romanticize the main characters of the story, the outcomes that are being shown at the end of the movie resonate with the audience and provide them with a deeper [...]

In this paper, I intend to discuss Patrick's moral position through the lens of deontology and, thus, prove that Patrick was right in getting Amanda back to her mother. This is shown in the moral [...]

During the Spanish War, the Republicans lost to the Phalangist government, and this concept is used to highlight the creation of a new form of masculinity.

The point of attack of the film is the scene that initiates the action in the plot and drives the main problem.

The Great White Hope is a film based on Jack Jefferson, the protagonist in the film and the first black man to win the heavyweight boxing championship.

Thomas Hobbes is known as one of the first proponents of the social contract theory and the one whose views on the nature of humanity and government were rather pessimistic.

The main themes which can be identified in the storyline are crisis as a cause and catalyst of friendship, friendship and belonging, and disclosure and intimacy in friendship.

In addition, the mother always acts as the peacemaker: during the dinner on the first day of school, she is the one to start the conversation to comfort others.

Apart from this, the most difficult part of it for me is the description of the rape of a five-year-old girl who was born with deformities of her lower body. It shows an essential example [...]

The plot is written in different viewpoints that range from the society itself and the representatives attached at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to the government officials, all in an attempt to recognize [...]

The sweetness of this story is not in what the eyes see but it's in the scripts. The picture of the movie is slightly more to a drama as it reflects real life.

The man shows him the money and at this point, he gives him the key to the door. The man leaves the room and the film ends.

The firm's task is to introduce the viewer to the unknown world of a film, to make the film's events and worries penetrate into the person's subconsciousness, and to leave the imprint there.

The film 'Chariots of Fire' is one of the greatest ten films in the history of mankind released in 1981. The main theme of the film is the true story of two athletes who contested [...]

Documentaries are a strong form of this type of employment, but a more entertaining genre is that of the 'historical fiction' in which some element of the story contains an element of truth.

While most of the movie is about the homophobia of the heterosexual people around Brandon, the blossoming of the love between Lana and Brandon suggests that heterosexuals can get past their homophobia and appreciate people [...]

The film seems to prove one of the principles of the Labeling Theory that states that deviance only exists when members of social groups label the violation of their norms as deviant.

The point is that at the very beginning of the movie, it seems to them that they will hardly talk to each other when their detention is, however, it happens to be just the opposite [...]

However, we cannot say that the peculiarities and the problems of public education, especially in the context of racism, were so often explored in the movies.

A professional model is found dead in her bed with her nose cut off, a container of sleeping pills in one hand, and a phone in the other; her death was the result of a [...]

However, here we could also see a lamp, telephone, sandwiches, and some other objects that contribute to the creation of the less tensed atmosphere.

The Devil Wears Prada is a movie that helps young people stay motivated and never give up, to understand the essence of hard work and promotion, and to learn to use their personal uniqueness to [...]

This paper includes an analysis of the final quote of professor Louis Levy concerning the meaning of human life and the way the words relate to the film.

Despite the fact that the narrative of the film follows the rise and the fall of a businessman, it is far from the typical "poor boy made good" ideology since the main character is not [...]

In Lion's Den, Trapero acts as a representative of the latter category of filmmakers, as he is focused on narrating the story of the main character and not on making the viewer experience certain emotions [...]

Some of the most important issues raised in Metropolis are the class division in the society, the gap between the rich and the poor, loyalty, brotherhood, and friendship, the tyranny and autocracy of politicians, the [...]

This made Park Chan-wook a transnational auteur as his vision and style in the movie became symbolic of South Korean cinema as a whole, primarily due to the numerous opportunities to commercialize a phenomenon that [...]

To me, one of the most striking features connecting the works was the resemblance between Aragorn in The Lord of the Rings and Han Solo in A New Hope.

The film Coach Carter illuminates the story of a school basketball team and their coach, Ken Carter. As it is demonstrated in the film Coach Carter, this type of structured activities actually helps students excel [...]

In addition, the viewer also observes the work of the guerrillas, the organization of the underground, and the very scenario of the revolution, which almost turned into a civil war not on the scale of [...]

Cheating on a test is similar to the movie's situation as one uses the work of another author and presents it as his own.

Thus, if an individual is in a certain circumstance, which is somewhat similar to a certain group's circumstance, they are more likely to adjust their own attitudes and behaviours and adopt the group's behaviours/attitudes towards [...]

The serial killer is captured by the criminal gang, and by a twist of fate, he ends up in the custody of the law enforcement authority.

The opening scene introduces the viewer to the main characters and the location where most of the action takes place, the Chungking Express.

The movie "The Wolf of Wall Street" is a masterpiece narrating the fascinating story of Jordan Belfort. The story begins in 1987 when Jordan Belfort gets the job of a broker in a company called [...]

The secret of the mentioned scene is that it is close and understandable to everyone like the journey to the fairy tale that is designed not only to amuse and amaze, but also to compel [...]

Speaking of the aforementioned compositional qualities of the movie, one should mention that the mise-en-scene, in which the Tramp, the lead character of the movie, strolls down the street, is, perhaps, among the most powerful [...]

They are considered to be one more proof of the marketing perspective of the movie that demonstrates purchasing and consumption patterns of the audience.

Thus, the purpose of this mid-term paper is to apply the concepts learning within the course to the message of the movie Penelope basing on the analysis and discussion of the scene from the movie.

The movie reminds the audience of the harsh and terrible conditions during the Second World War and the Holocaust. The movie transforms the endurance and perseverance of a father with his son.

Censorship of films in the United Arab Emirates is a major ethical dilemma as reflected in the case study analysis because the practice contravenes the freedom of media.

In the trilogy The Lord of the Rings, Frodo Baggins is the main hero who experiences a lot of challenges during his journey in order to save the Middle Earth from the threat of Sauron's [...]

To understand the movie and state of affairs in Japanese society of that time better, it is necessary to understand who geishas were.

In the first place, it is necessary to note that the protagonist in the Greek play is Oedipus while the modern story focuses on the life of the mother.

Following the events that are depicted in the movie in the quest of achieving the goals that each of the two main characters have, the film reveals central themes.

Lastly, this paper argues that the addition of a spiritual connotation in the film shifts the focus of the audience from the exploitation of Indonesians by their colonial masters.

In spite of the film indicating that the people travelling in the Titanic are divided based on their social status, the film goes ahead to show a high level of interaction among the different classes [...]

Instead, the focus is made on the way landscape, colors and music contribute to unveiling the themes and ideas of the movie. The dramatic effect of the scene is enhanced by the color of the [...]

Even though some of the aspects of the filmmaker's vision of future are possible, and very likely to become reality, the essence of the film appears highly unrealistic.

The man is the protagonist, while the film illustrates the effect of circumstances and the presence of liquor on the life of the man's mother.

The movie is excellent in the way the story of self development and hope is crafted to give an array of hope to all watchers and critics.

However, to understand the complexity of the director's vision of the movie as a piece of art, it is necessary to focus on the role of the Peking Opera for the development of the main [...]

Therefore, there is indeed a good reason in referring to Cameron's film, as such that promotes a thoroughly humanistic idea that the measure of people's actual worth has very little to do with what happened [...]

The daughters are always afraid of him but in the film, the father can tell stories in different circumstances and this makes the daughters to have the urge to eat and have a deeper relationship [...]

In the movie, women emerged as people who were out to fight for the common good of others in the society.

This is largely due to the fact that the degree of racism in recent years may not be as intense as it was in the past.

The second purpose of the film is to portray the connection between illegal arms trade and other illegal and exploitative dealings like trade in war diamonds, or 'blood diamonds'.

Exploring the dynamics of utilitarianism it would be instrumental to argue that in regard to the film it lacks the autonomous virtue of personal morality and ethical values.

The custom building of the ship was meant to validate the historical detail of the movie. The detailed design of the ship was meant to support the narrative such that the occurrences could be as [...]

Arthur Miller's play and movie was a reflection of what used to happen in the United States of America. It was a situation where reason was not used in the judicial system and people were [...]

Of great concern is the fact that over the years, the movie has become increasingly distant from the Novel, in the process, affecting its focus on the theme of the story.

The main purpose of this paper is to dwell upon the movie Vertigo and to understand its underlying theme, the role of lighting and cinematography effects in movie perception and to compare and contrast it [...]

The movie The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is based on the Tolkien's first volume of The Lord of the Rings.

This paper will, therefore, discuss how elements within the street fight scene in Act 1, Scene 1 of the film carry out some of the director's interpretation of Shakespeare's text and the scene's contribution to [...]

When the sun sets on the reservation, We are left alone with our sorrows. Our pockets are empty, our hearts are heavy As we struggle to make sense of it all.

In contrast, the movie version of the relationship is more flashed out with a special emphasis put on the exploration of past events in Kris' and Rheya's lives.

Having an in-depth grasp of movie proceedings, media plays an essential role in identifying crime, besides the search for guilt and innocence under the scrutiny of the public, especially when they react to induce the [...]

Before the audience is introduced to the film's primary character, Nanook, everything in the scene appears to be in order and the sense of tranquility.

In the opening scene, to introduce the idea of self-obsession and its impact on relationships, Fincher employs a point-of-view scene, establishing Zuckerberg as the focus of the picture.

First, the entire mood and appearance of the film embrace the macabre, eerie, and mysterious nature of the Bly estate and the characters present in the narrative.

In the film, Lincoln, the final four months of President Abraham Lincoln's life are depicted, along with the end of the Civil War and the abolishment of slavery.

It is also mentioned in the lecture that the absence of intention to promote logical comprehensibility is a characteristic feature of surrealism. It is the first scene, and it immediately demonstrates that the film intends [...]

Thesis Statement: In "Rash mon," the author makes it clear that the servant would choose and advocate for mandatory vaccines because people's health and lives would be more important for him than personal freedoms and [...]

Some of the changes that the film takes up include the increasing mechanization of work, the growth of the assembly line, the rise of the consumer culture, and the expanding importance of mass media.

As a result, Luke returns, and they want to get a divorce as planned, but events escalate up to the point of Luke being expelled from the military and jailed for breaking the military law.

However, the movie exposes the company's mismanagement and unethical events that led to its bankruptcy in 2001. Sharon Watkins was a whistleblower reporting unethical conduct in the financial records and reporting to the chairman.

Release from Pressure is the leitmotif of the storyline featuring Nina, a talented ballerina who gets the roles of the white and black swans in the new play. The film leaves a feeling of pride [...]

This is especially true in military conditions, where the life of every person in the group is at stake, and the decisions taken by the leader can have serious consequences.

The Blackfish is a 2013 film that documents the captivity of whales by humans and shows the dangers of this controversial act to both humans and whales.

Nonetheless, rather than avoiding multifaceted themes like identity and race, the film challenges the hitches that influence the existence of the Black community in the contemporary world.

However, the critical role of the media in society has been largely exploited to cultivate a culture of gender inequality and stereotypic values that aim to belittle a specific gender and exalt the other. The [...]

The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the reasons for Michael's transition from a law-abiding person who was against the family's activities to a new boss who replaced his father from the position of [...]

It is impossible to discuss the characters of the movie without referring to the play by Williams because the directors preserve the original emphasis that the author makes.

The Silence of the Lambs is a 1991 American horror movie that was the first comedy-drama film to receive the Academy Award for Best Cinematography after Rebecca. The aim of this paper is to summarize [...]

While Shakespeare's play happened in the 11th century in Scotland, the movie's design is more similar to the events of the 20th century. Corresponding to the era of the first half of the 20th century, [...]

Nevertheless, it is necessary to analyze the phenomenon of this product and understand both the meaning of the picture and the tools used by the director.

To conclude, simple and understandable images of the movie's characters have clearly defined and expected attributes performed by actors in a slightly exaggerated manner, which makes the film enjoyable for the viewer.

Thus, the Tinman goes to the wizard to ask him for a living, feeling heart. Finally, the Cowardly Lion goes to the Emerald City to ask the wizard to give him courage.

Film has been a prominent contributor to the process of spreading ideology, as seen by the prevalence of propaganda and advocacy films that were created over the years.

Second, Pat copes with bipolar disorder with the help of the social support of his parents and Tiffany who is also recovering from a breakdown inspired by the death of her husband.

Zhang Yimou is a Chinese filmmaker, actor, producer, and screenwriter belonging to the group of the Fifth Generation of Chinese directors. The film is shot in bright colors of yellow, brown, and red.

I believe that the flashback in the middle of Casablanca is a great implementation of the technique and allows viewers to fully comprehend the complicated relationship between the leading characters.

Following the arrest of Harry and his friend, many discriminatory actions are notable in terms of the way the two convicts are treated. This factor is not considered in the treatment of Harry and his [...]

Her main goal was to secure the future of her family, and her will and resistance significantly influenced Harriet's character. The 2019 film Harriet is inspired by the story of this woman and her contributions [...]

The popularity of the topic in the 1990s can be explained by the fact that alcohol consumption significantly increased in the previous decade in comparison to the overall XX century situation in the States.

He offered his financial services at a fee that required the prison guards to protect and extend some favors to him.

Adapted from Alice Walker's novel by the same name, the movie delves into the life of a girl who was sexually abused by her father before being sold off to an irresponsible and cruel husband.

Even though it adds to the drama and emotions of the movie, it is very inaccurate and disrespectful to the real person. The direction of the movie is very unique and original.

The brightness and the colors of the scene demonstrate the inner light that Ju Dou has. The clear message of the scene is the delicate and beautiful nature of Ju Dou.

The filmmaker's show scenes depicting Nash's treatment in the hospital to make a significant impact on the viewers and to demonstrate how serious the illness is and how painful the methods of treatment are.

Native American identity is represented by the differences between Victor and Thomas and the attempts of each to turn the other into an Indian.

The concept of communicating senior management commitment is visible in the movie when Jerry executed his philosophy of personal connection to his clients.

The photography, which sheds the initial parts of the film in subtle sepia tones and covers most of the scenes in a profound veil of silhouette, is brilliantly controlled.

He is cheated and tries to return his soul, but to achieve his goal he must go to the same crossroads."Feeling cheated by his lack of fame, Willie goes back to the crossroads to renege [...]

The issue of war and violence, clearly stated in the movie, gave the audience not only the idea of what is going on in the world now, but also a possible solution for this problem.

Thus religions, a variety of religions, different beliefs, various interpretations of the contradictory facts of various religions are very popular from the point of view of screening. The role of Barnes in "Platoon" is in [...]

It is wise to review it because knowing how the Irish of the previous generation, fathers or grandfathers to the patriots, or anarchists depending on one's point of view, who fought in "The Troubles" suffered [...]

In order to appeal to the middle class, many of the films produced tend to reflect the hopes and dreams of this class of society.

Other aspects of social life, such as the number of children Ben had, the idea that the mother had died at a young age, the presence of black people working as servants and slaves, and [...]

The training for such programs enable the candidate to become well versed with the different features in regard to handling time and frame based subtitles, checking and fixing of errors in the subtitles, getting frame [...]

Dana Scully, also a special FBI agent and a partner of Mulder, is working together to solve the cases in the movie and the series.

This is the era, which has brought us: the Vietnam War, the Civil rights movement, hippies, the Beatles, the assassination of John Fritz Gerald Kennedy, The Space Shuttle Program, the assassination of Martin Luther King, [...]

In films, the visual representation of characters and events in the context of a specific design plays a critical role in conveying a certain message and provoking emotions in the audience.

The movie follows the tale of William Wallace a freedom fighter who rose to liberate Scotland from the rule of King Edward "Longshanks" following the death of the king of Scotland, who died without leaving [...]

The film opens with character presentation, then the plot develops to the climax, and the final scene brings the movie to the end.

With this in mind, it is advisable to introduce the term communicative elements of film production, understanding those elements of film production, the presence or absence of which affects the probability of the viewer perceiving [...]

The quote in the article explains the way in which the behavior is seen as "scandalous" in India and in the West.

The hardships of assimilation are put to the fore in the film In Between Days. It is necessary to note that the vast majority of the challenges immigrants face are not in the spotlight.

He is disoriented as he does not remember why he is in the hospital. The only thing he has is his plan depicted on his body.