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Semiotics in Film: The Definition of the African American Stereotype and Symbolism as Found in the Black Film Genre
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This is a 7 page paper discussing the semiotics of the black film genre. Certain cinematic codes are used in films to portray semiotics or symbolism to the cinematic audience. Some of the most significant of these can be found in the African American film genre which has changed significantly in its symbolic representation over the years. Originally, blacks in films were stereotyped blatantly and retained the status of the servant to the white man, similar to a Mammy’s role in “Gone With the Wind”. After the cultural revolution took place in the 1960s, Blaxploitation evolved as a black film genre which symbolized the new empowerment felt by the black American population. Blaxploitation, although popular with black audiences, did not have a long life span however and African Americans in films in the 1980s were once again relegated to “buddy” or comic relief roles as support to white actors who retained the leading roles. The black film genre changed again in the 1990s when many films were released showing the urban blight, violence and discrimination experienced by blacks. Again, the genre was filled heavily with stereotypes and the symbolic roles of blacks in American society although the stereotype has changed. Recently, film makers have decided to use more subtle approaches to symbolize the African American in today’s society. This approach has lead to films such as “Devil in a Blue Dress” which explores the subtle cultural differences found in African Americans rather than blatant stereotypes and also new films which spoof the previous stereotypes depicted which in effect erases cinematic coding of black roles. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Sense and Sensibility/Novel v. Film
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A 4 page research paper/essay that discusses the differences between these 2 mediums. Every few years seems to bring a new film adaptation of Jane Austen's classic early-nineteenth century novel Sense and Sensibility. Nevertheless, one of the finest of recent film adaptations of this novel is still director Ang Lee's 1995 production, which was produced by Mirage Films and released by Columbia Pictures. The script for this movie was written by Emma Thompson, who also stars in the role of Elinor Dashwood. This examination of the film will demonstrate that while Thompson makes some departures from Austen's novel, these differences are minor, as she remains true to the story and Austen's characterization. In fact, some of her changes tend to enhance, rather than detract, from the viewer's enjoyment of this narrative. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Sergei Eisenstein’s “Battleship Potemkin”
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This 5 page report discusses the 1925 classic movie “Battleship Potemkin” and the fact that it is actually portraying events taking place at the time the movie was made rather than the historical incident of 1905 that it supposedly presents. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Serpico: The Film and Police Justice
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A 3 page paper which examines the film Serpico as it relates to realities in policing. No additional sources cited.
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Setting & Scenery in 5 Films
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A 7 page research paper that discusses and analyzes specific scenes from five films in order to discuss the significant of setting and scenery in these movies. The films discussed are Friday the 13th, My Fair Lady, Bruce Almighty, Star Wars and Corpse Bride. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Setting in Heart of Darkness/ Apocalypse Now
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A 5 page research paper that examines the parallels and differences between Joseph Conrad's nineteenth century novel, 'Heart of Darkness,' and Francis Ford Coppola's twentieth century film, 'Apocalypse Now.' The writer explores how the differences in setting (Conrad, the Congo; Coppola, Vietnam) affected the works. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Seven Samurai
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A 10 page paper which reviews and analyzes the film Seven Samurai. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Sex and “American Pie”
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A 4 page paper which examines the movie “American Pie” and its cultural relevance in relationship to using humor to discuss the sensitive topic of sexual relations and identity. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Sex and Violence on Television
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A 3 page paper which examines whether sex and violence on television should be restricted. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Sexism and Racism in Trading Places
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A 7 page paper which examines the elements of sexism and racism in the film Trading Places. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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