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Narrative in Big Fish
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A 3 page essay that discusses the use of narrative in the film Big Fish (directed by Tim Burton, Columbia Pictures, 2003). This is the story of Edward Bloom (played in his youth by Ewan McGregor and in old age by Albert Finney). Bloom's son Will (Billy Crudup) has grown up with the elaborate tall tales that his father weaves about the years before Will was born. Everyone finds these stories to be entertaining except Will who would like to connect with the truth before Bloom dies of cancer. The film is told in flashbacks which show how Bloom views the fantastical stories that he weaves. Rather than lies, which is how Will perceives his father's stories at the beginning of the picture, the structure of the film serves to demonstrate the role of narrative in human life and it is a lesson that Will learns in time to participate with his father in the process of storytelling before his death. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: khbigfsh.rtf

Narrative in Literature and Film: Frankenstein vs. Frankenstein
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This 6 page paper discusses the differences in the novel and film versions of “Frankenstein” from the point of view of narrative structure. Bibliography lists 6 sources
Filename: HVnarfrk.rtf

Narrative Style of "Citizen Kane" and "Pulp Fiction"
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A 6 page paper which examines the narrative styles of the films "Citizen Kane" and "Pulp Fiction," comparing and contrasting the styles. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RApulp.rtf

Narratives and the Fundamental Shape of History.
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(5 pp) This tutorial uses five films to examine the use of narrative in history: Kurosawa's Rashomon, Lang's Kriemheld's Revenge, Pudovkin's The End of St. Petersburg, Pontecorvo's The Battle of Algiers, and the Bunuel and Dali work, Un Chien Adalou.
Filename: BBsflmhx.doc

National Identity in 2 Chinese Films
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A 7 page research paper/essay that discusses 2 films in reference to Chinese national identity. Cinema has become one of the main means of societal discourse that expresses how people perceive and define themselves and their society. In other words, national cinemas contribute to the conceptualization of national identity and influence the way in which people perceive their place in the contemporary world, as well as their past. The following examination of this sociological phenomenon focuses on two Chinese films: “The Killer” (1989) directed by John Woo and “The Blue Kite” (1993) directed by Tian Zhangzhuang. The writer also discusses what critics say about the ways in which national cinemas are defined and perceived. Bibliography is incomplete and lists 7 sources.
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Nationalistic Composers/Sibelius & Sousa
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A 4 page research paper that discusses nationalistic music and specifically Sibelius and Sousa. In expressing his own personal view of life, the artist necessarily also expresses the "hopes and dreams" of a cultural heritage. In the nineteenth century, political conditions encouraged the growth of nationalism and this occurred to such a degree that it became a driving force within the context of the Romantic movement in music history. National tensions, "the pride of conquering nations" set against the "struggle for freedom" of the subjected countries, game rise to emotions that their most perfect expression in music. Two composers that are associated with nationalism are Jean Sibelius, who personifies his homeland of Finland, and John Philip Sousa, whose rousing marches personify American nationalism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khsibsou.rtf

Naturalism in “Age of Innocence” and “The House of Mirth”
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A 3 page paper which examines the use of naturalism in “Age of Innocence” and “The House of Mirth.” Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAtd2.rtf

Necessity of Music Education
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A 6 page research paper that discusses the advantages offered to students by music education. Research shows that music should be regarded as a crucial component in childhood development that promotes discipline, self-esteem and responsibility. Examination of the importance of music education shows that it should be a part of every school curriculum as it is through music that society has the hope of producing a happy, mentally-healthy, productive citizenry. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: khmued.rtf

Negative Impact Television Programs Have Upon Children's Behavior
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5 pages in length. Children are curious, impressionable creatures who learn by watching and imitating. The extent to which children are products of their environment is both grand and far-reaching; that certain exposure creates negative behavior patterns just as much as others support positive ones speaks to the detrimental impact some television programs have upon children's behavior. Whether the lure of consumerism or cultivation of violent, antisocial tendencies, children are highly vulnerable targets of what they see on the television screen, a psychological reality known as stimulus-response that subconsciously encourages them to react to what they see. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCTVChildren.rtf

Neil Simon and the Theater
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This 5 page paper discusses Neil Simon's style, the plays that were running when he made his debut, and his influence on the theater. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: HVNSimon.rtf