Compare and contrast the underlying themes of two films required for the class.

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Answer the following essay questions. Write two to four double-spaced typed pages. Concentrate on one clearly defined thesis.

ESSAY: Compare and contrast the underlying themes of two films required for the class.

• State your thesis clearly in the first paragraph.
• Prove your thesis in the body of the paper.
• Sum up in the final paragraph.
• Cite concrete examples from specific scenes to prove your thesis.
• Pay particular attention to underlying themes.

It is crucial that you connect the two films to one another by comparing and contrasting their themes to develop a strong, well-supported argument. Make sure that your essay has a clear thesis and specific examples that demonstrate your claims. Only use elements from the plot sparingly to support your thesis. Do not provide plot outlines. Your ideas and insights should form the core of your paper.

Your essay should go somewhere. That is it should prove something. Enlighten me. No plot outlines. I have absolutely no interest in a cursory retelling of the story. Your writing should be clear, concise and to the point. It should have impact and punch. It should carefully explore and prove your thesis. Work will be graded down for spelling and grammatical errors.

In evaluating your work, stress will be placed on:

1. The coherence of your argument.
2. The range and detail of the examples you cite.
3. Originality and depth of thought.
4. Supporting evidence from the text and films viewed for the class if appropriate.

MOVIES OPTION: CASABLANCA, REAR WINDOW, CITIZEN KANE, IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT, CITY LIGHTS, SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN, THE PALM BEACH STORY, STAGECOACH (1939), DOUBLE INDEMNITY, AMERICAN SNIPER, SCARFACE(1930), 2001, BONNIE & CLYDE, THE GRADUATE, THE GODFATHER (1972)., BOYZ N THE HOOD, GOODFELLAS, CRASH (2005), BLACK PANTHER (2018)