Choose a film. It can be one that has been discussed in class or something you have seen recently.

The Facts:
800-word minimum
12 point type size
Readable Font
Conventional margins
Guidelines:
Choose a film. It can be one that has been discussed in class or something you have seen recently.
Study the film by watching it multiple times on a Streaming Service or DVD.
Paragraph 1: Offer your overall impression of the film while mentioning the movie’s title, director, key actors, and when it was released. [Note: this info can be found at www.imdb.com]
Paragraph 2: Briefly summarize the plot of the film. (Think of this the blurb on Netflix or the back of the DVD case.) Include the Theme of the film. What should the audience learn from watching the film?
Choose 3 of the following cinematic elements to discuss in paragraphs 3-5.
FORM NARRATIVE STRUCTURE MISE-EN-SCENE EDITING CINEMATOGRAPHY
Paragraph 3: Positive/Negative things you thought about the films SUBJECT #1. What did you like/not like about the SUBJECT #1? Why? How did SUBJECT #1 help you understand the meaning of the film?
Paragraph 4: Positive/Negative things you thought about the films SUBJECT #2. What did you like/not like about the SUBJECT #2? Why? How did SUBJECT #2 help you understand the meaning of the film?
Paragraph 5: Positive/Negative things you thought about the films SUBJECT #3. What did you like/not like about the SUBJECT #3? Why? How did SUBJECT #3 help you understand the meaning of the film?
Paragraph 6: Ending paragraph–your last opportunity to guide the reader. Summarize and strongly restate your opinions. Would you recommend this film to others? How many stars (thumbs up, tomatoes) would you give this film?
Rubric
Formal Analysis Rubric (1)
Formal Analysis Rubric (1)
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUse of Examples from Film
Provides relevant examples/illustrations from the film to support the reviewers opinion.
18 pts
Superior Content
Provides examples/illustrations from the film to support the reviewer’s opinion.
14 pts
Adequate Content
Student provided some examples from the film to support opinion.
0 pts
Poor Content
Provides little or no examples/illustrations from the film to support the reviewer’s opinion.
18 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking
Student effectively supported their opinion with 5 or more cinematic terms from the class material.
20 pts
Superior Content
Student effectively supported their opinion with 5 or more cinematic terms from the class material.
16 pts
Adequate Content
Student effectively supported their opinion with 3 cinematic terms from the class material.
5 pts
No Marks
Student effectively supported their opinion with 1 or no cinematic terms from the class material.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCommunication
Demonstrated college level writing skills.
Virtually no spelling/grammar/punctuation errors.
20 pts
Superior Content
Demonstrated college level writing skills. Virtually no spelling/grammar/punctuation errors.
16 pts
Adequate Content
Demonstrated below college level writing skills. Some spelling/grammar/punctuation errors.
5 pts
Poor Content
Demonstrated well below college level writing skills. Many spelling/grammar/punctuation errors.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSubstantive Post
The paper shows that the student spent an appropriate amount of time analyzing, reflecting, and applying concepts from class material. Meet the required word count.
18 pts
Superior Content
The paper shows that the student spent an appropriate amount of time analyzing, reflecting, and applying concepts from class material. Meet the required word count.
14 pts
Adequate Content
The paper shows that the student spent an some amount of time analyzing, reflecting, and applying concepts from class material. Close to the the required word count, but should provide more.
4.5 pts
Poor Content
The paper shows that the student spent an little time analyzing, reflecting, and applying concepts from class material. Well below the required word count.
18 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCommunication
DRAM 2366
to include effective development, interpretation, and expression of ideas through written, oral, and visual communication
2 pts
Equal or above 80%, or at least 20 points, on the communication section of the scoring rubric
1 pts
Below 80%, or at least 20 points, on the communication section of the scoring rubric
0 pts
Did not attempt
2 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking
to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of information
2 pts
Equal or above 80%, or at least 20 points, on the critical thinking section of the scoring rubric
1 pts
Below 80%, or at least 20 points, on the critical thinking section of the scoring rubric
0 pts
Did not attempt
2 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSocial Responsibility
DRAM 2366
to include intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities
2 pts
Equal or above 80%, or at least 20 points, on the social responsibility section of the scoring rubric
1 pts
Below 80%, or at least 20 points, on the social responsibility section of the scoring rubric
0 pts
Did not attempt
2 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSocial Connection
Student attended one viewing and the discussion of the film. Student provides a connection to how the films theme connects to the greater community.
18 pts
Superior COntent
Student attended one viewing and the discussion of the film. Student provides a connection to how the films theme connects to the greater community.
14 pts
Adequate Content
Student attended one viewing and the discussion of the film. Student provides some information regarding how the films theme connects to the greater community.
4.5 pts
Poor Content
Student did not attended one viewing or the discussion of the film. Student provides no or little connection to how the films theme connects to the greater community.
18 pts
Total Points: 100