CMN 504 Ten Steps to Diagramming Success Analysis
SUNY at Plattsburgh Communications Essay
For our first essay (3.5-4 pages), I’d like us to summarize and analyze the argument made about “realism” in this interesting video essay on the Safdie Bros. Good Time
To do this effectively, attempt to overview what the film critic is saying about film style and how it lets us see—or NOT see—the motivations of characters correctly.
To Do:
1) Quote at least ONE TIME from the film essay.
2) Quote at least ONE TIME from one of the three reviews we read this week on Good Time.
3) Cite at least 2 examples from the film—describe scene or pull film still
4) Finally, analyze/argue whether this helps you understand the Safdie Bros cinematic approach more. Is film a mirror screen for them—and what do you think the point of “realism” is for these young directors? Is it about reflecting objective truth? Something more? Or something less?
CMN 504 Ten Steps to Diagramming Success Analysis