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What are the three types of criticism?
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Descriptive
Interpretive Evaluative |
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Descriptive Criticism
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primarily concerned with the PHYSICAL and SENSORY dimensions of the work and is limited to what is directly asscessible to our eyes, ears, and touch.
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Interpretive Criticism
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This kind of criticism attempts to analyze the MEANINGS pf a work of art, or the INTENTIONS of the artist.
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Evaluative Criticism
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This form of criticism attempts to make a JUDGMENT about the worth or value of a work of art. It is by far the most difficult form of criticism since it requires a broad base of knowledge about historical sytles, cultural and political parallels, and comparisons with other works of art for its effectiveness.
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Examples of each Criticism
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"The film is set in a small medieval French village during the latter stages of WWI, and takes place over a span of about 24 hours" (D)
"The artist tells us in a roundabout way that perseverance and hard work are important qualities" (I) "This is escapist fare, pure, and simple. It has no message, no meaning, and no redeeming social value" (E) |
