When we view political films we will discover that viewers are not the only ones with bias; filmmakers creating projects can present their leanings in cinema as well. (READ MORE)
(ch. 12) The Politics of Film
Filmmakers of political cinema are interested in every aspect of what makes a society tick. They invite each of us to examine our predispositions and motivations. Think about it. What are the most important issues (READ MORE)
(Module 12) Ten-Minute Film Review
As soon as the film ends, and the credits begin to roll, start you stopwatch and follow these 10 easy steps to have a complete film review captured in just ten minutes (READ MORE)
Ch. 12 Story vs. Plot (The B-Story)
The subplot, the B-story, all add the greaters understanding and purpose of meaning and message …
Module 11 -Hitchcock’s Suspense
When a person’s name becomes synonymous with a craft, a style, or a term, it is obvious of the impact that person has on culture. That truth is apparent in the name Alfred Hitchcock. “The Master of Suspense” and “Innovator of Intrigue” influenced filmmakers past and present with his approach to cinema
Review Assignment: Horror, Mystery, Suspense
Your next film review should focus on horror, suspense or mystery …
(Module 11) Response Post due: March 30 before 11:59 pm.
Engage in the materials for this module and address the writing prompts …(READ MORE)
Film Critics and Film Scholars Talk “Horror”
Engaging film critics Nathan Rouse and Reed Lackey and a Harvard scholar on the essence of horror many engage your questioning nature
Filmmaker Interactions Exploring Elements of Horror
Remi Weeks makes his feature film directorial debut with the Netflix film “His House” and Hayden J. Weal explores the hybrid genre of comedy-horror. (explore more)
(Module 11) Blogging, Reviewing for Free or $$$
The first thing you’ve got to do is write. The 2nd thing you’ve got to do … is write… the 3rd thing … (READ MORE)
(Module 11) Mystery and Suspense Films for Consideration
Here you’ll find a collection of films that offer either mystery, suspense, and possibly a few thrills & chills (READ MORE)
(Module 11)What is a mystery film?
Mystery film is a sub-genre of the more general category of crime film genre. It focuses on the efforts of the…
