Overview
As you prepare to write this discussion, take a few moments to do the following:
- Read any required and recommended reading materials for this week, especially Chapter 3 from the text.
- Review the grading rubric for this discussion.
- Select a full-length film from the AFI 10: Top 10 list (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site..http://www.afi.com/10top10/
- MoviesPlease view the video Adding Pictures and Video to Discussions and Introductions (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. for guidance on how to integrate multimedia with your response.In at least 200 words, describe the relationship of story to plot in your chosen film. Be sure to:
- Identify the title, writer, director, major actors, and the year.
- Summarize the story and plot of your chosen movie.
- Discuss whether your film is presented chronologically or non-linearly. In your discussion, address the following:
- How did this aesthetic choice contribute to the general effect on the audience?
- How are elements like character development or foreshadowing impacted by the choice of storytelling methods?
- If the film had followed a different presentation style, how would the general effect on the audience have been different?