Emotional Freedom Technique

Before entering Harding University’s DPT program, I had been warned time and time again of the rigorous, even torturous, workload physical therapy school required. Although I knew of the challenge I was about to face, even dreamed about it, I did not fully understand the immensity until beginning my first semester as a DPT student. At first I wanted to know everything and would spend an hour on a single topic trying to memorize every tiny detail. It did not take me long to realize that there…

Steinbeck uses many literary techniques in the novella ‘Of Mice and Men’. An example of a commonly used technique is the use of foreshadowing where he uses different scenes to hint or create an idea of a character's involvement in the future of the story. One character that Steinbeck constantly foreshadows is Lennie Small who is a tall, childlike man with an intellectual disability. He creates different scenes to paint a picture of Lennie’s future and the troubles to come. Using these three…

Time Stamp: Ex Machina 1:32:54-1:38:44 TITLE Composer of the male gaze, Laura Mulvey, explains how a heterosexual male views different aspects occurring in a film. The male gaze captures how male viewers depict females within the film. In Alex Garland’s movie, Ex Machina, there is an abundant usage of the male gaze occurring through Nathan and Caleb’s perspective. The male gaze is important in this film because it reveals to the audience who truly holds the power. Throughout the film…

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The techniques and style he uses are consistent throughout. Burton accomplishes these techniques with several styles and ideas. The setting and the characters he initiates are innovative. Soon, the introduction and background presented a profound image. It makes the story easy to follow. It’s also more interesting for the audience to watch, whether it’s a dark, or a joyful scene. Tim Burton uses a variation of lighting techniques to portray the emotion and tone…

Which Cousin? Witch cousin could it be? The Killer’s Cousin written by Nancy Werlin, is a great novel full of mystery and suspense so from the beginning the author catches the reader’s attention within the title. It immediately makes the reader wonder who the killer’s cousin could be. Followed by the question of exactly which cousin mentioned within the story line is the killer. This novel is definitely an interesting read, for those who are intrigued by books full of thrills and suspense. Due…

these shots takes a drastic turn upon his entrapment. Eventually, Ralston frees himself from the rock, and the final significant shot mirrors his freedom. No longer does he appear small and helpless, he is empowered by his future opportunities. I experience a strong sense of hope, and although Ralston does not leave in full form, the shot establishes his freedom and opportunities in the…

A Rose for Emily “A Rose for Emily” is centered on an old and lonely lady who gets stuck in her timeframe. Her extremely controlling father died several years ago leaving her confused. Her house has transformed to be one of the most hideous looking homes located on the once most prestigious street within the city. Previously, the house used to be elegant and white complete with scrolled balconies. This paper will look at the literary analysis for “A Rose for Emily.” The story takes place in a…

Baz Luhrmann, the director of the Red Curtain trilogy uses unique cinematic techniques such as post modernism (a complex paradigm of different philosophies and artistic styles), in such a way as to create films that excite the audience each film features luxurious design work through the use of costumes, music, sets and scrip, all being rich, sumptuous and intricate. each film as a thematic device through which the story is told, for example dancing in Strictly Ballroom, poetry in Romeo and…

human nature to create and obey rules and laws, rather they exist solely as the boundary that restrains modern societies from descending into chaos. Firstly, one of the most prominent themes in the novel is order and chaos. Golding uses a number of techniques to convey the constant battle between the two, serving as a reflection of society. One…

gripping prose transcends these traps and invites readers to peek within the four walls of his famed classroom. The reason for Meisner’s enduring popularity is obvious: he offers a clear methodology with which to build a strong foundation for acting technique. Still, he seems to present contradictory ideas about emotion and so, as with anything, his words should be taken with a…