2000 in film

elements such as tradition and language, invites audience’s experiences that they probably never would see firsthand without film. The film chosen for this last definition is, The Day I Became a Woman, directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf. The film illustrates the lives of three females living in Iran. The traditions and values of this culture enforce connotation within the film. At nine years old a girl reaches maturity, and the law states that she must cover her hair and cannot be in the presence of…

a historical movie, do you think about if it is accurate. Today Hollywood has revised history to make it an appealing story line for the audience. On June 27, 2000 the movie The Patriot was put out to the public. The Patriot has earned many awards such as BMI film and TV award and the Blockbuster entertainment award. It was a phenomenal film back then and today. But critics like Robert Ebert states “ None of it has much to do with the historical reality of the Revolutionary War.” (Wikipedia: The…

with film. Even during times such as the Great Depression our nation has always had an urgency to spend their weekends at the drive-ins enjoying a movie or two. The woman’s role in film has drastically changed over the years, not just in their wardrobe but also in all aspects of film. As the trends change so do the social normalities. With the importance of women’s power increasing, their sexuality in film is becoming more of a popular theme. The ongoing evolution of sexualizing women in film…

certain movie in the 60s. He didn’t care to much for the “Silent Films”, but he did see maybe two of them. His experience when going to the early movie theaters he saw that there weren’t many blacks in the movies, and most of the movies were about World War II. The difference from the 1960’s was that the movies did have ratings on them so, Alex and the rest of the movie goers didn’t know what was suitable for children. His favorite films were Huckle Berry Fin and Raisin in the Sun. Raisin in the…

surface of the franchise. The Star Wars expanded universe is so crazy, it would take years to take it all in. The other thing is that different people have different tastes in movies, so it would make sense that Faraci doesn’t enjoy a cheesy Star Wars film. But the point of this essay isn’t about how the Star Wars movies are the best, it’s about the franchise as a whole being better than any other. In many people’s opinion, the Star Wars movies are fantastic, and adding all of the other…

known for her work through the publication of the Persepolis novels. First published in France, the novels were published in the United States in the early 2000's where they won numerous awards and much critical acclaim. Satrapi was also known to create a movie off her book. Due to further research of the movie, she wrote and directed the animated film version of Persepolis which…

Hammersmith 1 Film Research Paper Andrew Hammersmith COM 320, Sec. 1. Dr. Neuendorf 10/15/15 Outline Introduction Marx Brothers were a major early 20th century comedic force Among the people inspired by them was Mel Brooks. (Use quote from book). Both served to promote a specific style of comedy filmmaking. Thesis: The extent of the Marx Brothers influences on Mel Brooks lies within their roots in vaudeville, emphasis on multiple forms of comedy, and overall anarchic attitude…

comedy is also redefining nightlife by adding more fun in it and making it happening. It has become a trend to invite a stand-up comedian into any public gathering or corporate party on any social get together to add extra spark to it. Since the mid-2000s, many online video-sharing sites have provided a platform to stand-up comedians, and numerous humorists shows can be watched online. Nowadays LIVEINSTYLE.COM, a premium lifestyle website is also promoting stand-up comedy in a big way. As a…

Homosexual portrayals have been present on Philippine television long before the 2000’s. The first ever gay Filipino movie, which is Jack and Jill, starring Dolphy and Lolita Rodriguez was released in the year 1954. This movie has not only revolutionized the Philippine television, but it also opened the doors for homosexuals to be seen on television. From then on, homosexuals have been seen quite often on Philippine television. One of the most popular and in demand homosexual actor in the…

Catharsis, and the overall narrative of the art of Greek Tragedy, has always played an immense part in the storytelling of the horrific within the Disney filmography, ever since their first feature-length film venture in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937). As a form of dramatic release, catharsis is best described as a form of tragedy that “…brings recognition of who and what we are.” (Rorty, 1992), and “…provides us with the appropriate objects towards which to feel pity or fear." (Lear,…