«Architectural beauty is a concept that is continually changing and entirely subjective. It is dependent upon who is doing the evaluating and the criteria with which they are basing their evaluation. Usually, the structure’s ultimate function...» Document abstract
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SummaryArchitectural beauty is a concept that is continually changing and entirely subjective. It is dependent upon who is doing the evaluating and the criteria with which they are basing their evaluation. Usually, the structure’s ultimate function weighs in heavily in the determination of its beauty.Churches function as houses of God, and therefore have, up until recently, been held to higher standards of beauty than other structures. I say until recently because most of the newly erected houses of worship look like warehouses. Rather than depicting a spiritual connection with the divine through architectural beauty, their intention is to be as bare as possible on the outside in order to convey the message that it is what’s inside (the fellowship of its congregation and sincerity of their devotion and faith in the concept of a plane of existence beyond our material world) that counts.
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- Churches function as houses of God.
- According to Plotinus, God is the divine source of all things.
- Plotinus, like Plato, considered the ideal of beauty as a problem of metaphysics.
- This metaphysical connection grows even stronger upon entrance into the sanctuary of San Vitale.
- Through the eyes of Plotinus, this mosaic is beautiful because its flat.
- The final specific feature of the Basilica of San Vitale is its chancel vault.
«From the moment the news of their overnight stardom dawned on John and Paul, both boys were acutely intent on broadening and sharpening their already clever writing styles. Rising from this foundation the two erected a model of working, formed by...» Document abstract
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SummaryFrom the moment the news of their overnight stardom dawned on John and Paul, both boys were acutely intent on broadening and sharpening their already clever writing styles. Rising from this foundation the two erected a model of working, formed by the seat of their pants as they held on for dear life, praying their rocket ship of stardom didn’t crash down into anonymity and ambiguity. Eventually this model matured into various forms, each stage producing wonderful works building upon the educating mistakes and illuminating discoveries of those previous.
Keywords: MacDonald, Love Me Do, John Winston Lennon, George Harrison, Ringo Starr,Richard Starkey Jr, James Paul McCartney
Keywords: MacDonald, Love Me Do, John Winston Lennon, George Harrison, Ringo Starr,Richard Starkey Jr, James Paul McCartney
«Throughout history, both theatrical and otherwise, there are figures that stand out prominently in the collective memory. There are the giants, those triumphant individuals whose work has made an indelible impression on society. And then there are...» Document abstract
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SummaryThroughout history, both theatrical and otherwise, there are figures that stand out prominently in the collective memory. There are the giants, those triumphant individuals whose work has made an indelible impression on society. And then there are those who stand behind the giants, their teachers, their inspiration. Often disregarded and ignored, these people gave life to the ideas their successors then expanded upon and organized. There are many such examples of this kind of a relationship, but one of the most classic examples is that of Bertolt Brecht and Erwin Piscator. Those who are familiar with theatrical theory and history recognize Brecht as the creator and theorist of epic theatre. Most people do not recognize the name of Erwin Piscator at all. However, Piscator was in fact the man who originated the idea of epic/political/documentary theatre
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- Erwin Piscator was born on December 17, 1893 into a Protestant family in Germany.
- What exactly were the aims of Piscator's theatre?
- Brecht is often credited as having done most of the theoretical work regarding political theatre.
- All the King's Men, the story of corruption and politics set in Louisiana, appeared in 1947 in conjunction with The Dramatic Workshop.
- Another key element to Piscator's productions was his use of technical support, in particular machinery on stage.
- There have been references throughout this paper to Bertolt Brecht, Piscator's student, the more famous of the two.
«A filmmaker’s ultimate role is to properly present images in sequence that tell a story and/or conveys a message or several of them therefore. With various imagery tools, movies present a message in a way that makes them seem natural and fitting for...» Document abstract
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SummaryA filmmaker’s ultimate role is to properly present images in sequence that tell a story and/or conveys a message or several of them therefore. With various imagery tools, movies present a message in a way that makes them seem natural and fitting for the context that it is presented in. Whether it’s a horror movie, documentary or educational film, the media gives us ways of imagining particular groups, identities and situations. This is most often defined as a stereotype.
Keywords: videographers, Feminist, Yassin, Bronton & Stafford
Keywords: videographers, Feminist, Yassin, Bronton & Stafford
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- Race.
- The media student book defines a stereotype has:
- Something that categorizes a group.
- Emphasizes some easily-grasped feature of the group (i.e. lips).
- Evaluates the group as negative AND.
- Insists on depicting the differences between the group and the rest of society.
- Gender.
«The changing face of today’s classroom has been linked to the direct correlation to a child’s achievement. Since the late 1980’s, nearly $5 billion more was spent annual on classroom technology (Foltos). This rise in funding positively displays the...» Document abstract
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SummaryThe changing face of today’s classroom has been linked to the direct correlation to a child’s achievement. Since the late 1980’s, nearly $5 billion more was spent annual on classroom technology (Foltos). This rise in funding positively displays the effect these new methods of teaching have on education as a whole. According to Larry Cuban in 2002, fewer than 20% of teachers used technology in the classroom and nearly half of all teachers didn’t use it at all. Although, when the materials were used, they were not necessarily utilized to improve teaching or learning (Foltos).
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- Introduction.
- Background.
- Description of technology.
- Arguments for adoption.
- Conclusion.
«Writing is the most powerful tool that was given to humans. However, verbal communication is easier. Many people can articulate and verbally relate information they seek to pass on to their peers. Writing is a way of making sure that the message...» Document abstract
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SummaryWriting is the most powerful tool that was given to humans. However, verbal communication is easier. Many people can articulate and verbally relate information they seek to pass on to their peers. Writing is a way of making sure that the message stays with the masses for a longer period of time. There are different ways to write; a piece of writing is created to send a message. Two seemingly different pieces of writing can sometimes hold unique comparisons. In this paper, we will seek to examine correlations and differences between two pieces of writing by two completely different individuals on two unrelated topics, to show that written messages can be very powerful, unique and similar at the same time.
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- Comparative Analysis.
- Contrast Analysis.
- Chandler applies the technological progress and cultural development to the world.
- Conclusion.
«Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll House is a play about a woman who comes to understand that she doesn’t necessarily understand anything at all. Or, more specific to Ibsen’s plot, it is a play about a woman who is forced to reveal a very precious secret and in...» Document abstract
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SummaryHenrik Ibsen’s A Doll House is a play about a woman who comes to understand that she doesn’t necessarily understand anything at all. Or, more specific to Ibsen’s plot, it is a play about a woman who is forced to reveal a very precious secret and in doing so discovers that the life she is leading is not necessarily the life she wants and/or needs. Upon first glance, the play seems to be some sort of blackmail caper, where the action all centers around the question of how the protagonist is going to escape the horribly illegal situation in which she has found herself.
«Modern day water supplies in the United States are supported by ground water, aquifers, lakes, and rivers. Water from these sources is then distributed through a collection of pipes into almost all American homes and apartments. Although water...» Document abstract
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SummaryModern day water supplies in the United States are supported by ground water, aquifers, lakes, and rivers. Water from these sources is then distributed through a collection of pipes into almost all American homes and apartments. Although water distribution is still a very complex system, it is often taken for granted by the public because water is accessible at the turn of a handle day and night. This was not always the case, however Prior to the construction of the first Roman aqueduct, wells, springs, and cisterns provided enough water to sustain cities throughout the Roman Empire. As the population in Roman cities increased, so, too, did the demand for water. Beginning in the 1st c. B.C., the increase in construction of bathing complexes which required large quantities of water further increased water demand.
Keywords: Aqueduct of Troy, Ida Mountains, Appia, Anio Vetus, Marica
Keywords: Aqueduct of Troy, Ida Mountains, Appia, Anio Vetus, Marica
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- Aqueducts are composed of channels and/or pipes that normally function by gravitational flow.
- The arcades of Rome's first three major aqueducts, the Appia (312 B.C.), the Anio Vetus (272-269 B.C.), and the Marica (144 – 140 B.C.).
- If possible, tunneling was avoided but at some point it became more economically advantageous.
- Case Study: The Roman Aqueduct of Troy.
- The section of the aqueduct running between the proposed source and the bridge over the Kemerdere Valley is the steepest segment of the aqueduct .
Spiders or Virgins: Portrayals of Women in the Noir Films Laura, Out of the Past, and Double Indemnity
«In her article “Women in Film Noir” Janey Place states that women characters in noir films are divided into two archetypes: “the spider woman, the evil seductress who tempts man and brings about his destruction” and “the virgin, the mother, the...» Document abstract
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SummaryIn her article “Women in Film Noir” Janey Place states that women characters in noir films are divided into two archetypes: “the spider woman, the evil seductress who tempts man and brings about his destruction” and “the virgin, the mother, the innocent, the redeemer.” This essay will examine and interpret the construction of three female characters in three noir films in terms of the visual motifs used in the presentation of the characters’ actions and dialogue. The characters examined will be Laura (Gene Tierney) in the film Laura (1944), Phyllis Dietrichson (Barbara Stanwyck) in the film Double Indemnity (1944), and Kathie Moffat (Jane Greer) in the film Out of the Past (1947). Does Place’s judgment hold true for these three characters? Can these characters be divided into two archetypes? This essay will show that Laura, Phyllis, and Kathie embody at times both of Place’s archetypes—each character changes from innocent virgin to spider woman. And it will be shown how these characterizations are achieved using cinematic techniques. Laura, however, is the only character of the three films to change back to innocent virgin by the end of the narrative.
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- The audience is first introduced to the character Laura in the noir film Laura by means of her painted portrait.
- In the same scene, when Laura reaches Lydecker's table she is promptly and rudely denied in her request.
- Laura and Shelby then rendezvous on the balcony at the party.
- Laura is visually introduced as an innocent young woman who notably requires aid from a distinguished gentleman.
- When Neff visits Phyllis a second time, we are shown her ankles again.
- A close-up of the solitary Lola'Phyllis's stepdaughter'places us in the Dietrichson house.
- Kathie is then absent for a good portion of the film, and when she is reintroduced it is during a scene on the balcony at Whit's estate.
«The mirror is quite an interesting and useful tool; they allow people to see themselves in great detail and in ways one would never imagine possible. This greater perspective of oneself is very important for various reasons that run the gamut from...» Document abstract
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SummaryThe mirror is quite an interesting and useful tool; they allow people to see themselves in great detail and in ways one would never imagine possible. This greater perspective of oneself is very important for various reasons that run the gamut from physical aesthetics to inspecting oneself for abnormalities. As such, we trust the mirror to be as accurate as possible in relaying information about ourselves and we would find no use in them if they twisted or distorted the original image. As the primary source of information in contemporary industrial society, we rely upon the media to do the very same. As the proverbial mirror of society, we trust the media to faithfully relay accurate information to us so that we may better understand our world. Suppose for a moment that the media better resembled the likes of a funhouse mirror rather than those loyal panes of glass we stand in front of every morning. The consequences of this distortion would most definitely be a cause for serious concern. Crime and criminality are often found at the forefront of television news casts, the front page of newspapers, in our movies and in our video games. The former not being a far cry from the latter, it would seem as though criminal behaviour is indeed quite a popular area of concern to the many of us peering into the societal mirror. However, the nature in which crime is depicted is not often faithful to reality, and therein lies the problem: our faithful bearer of information is, in reality, much more similar to the likes of a carnival funhouse mirror; one that is better suited for amusement rather than serious inspection. Unfortunately, as one of our primary sources of information, the ramifications of this distortion find their way deep into the very policies used in crime control.
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- Society's perception of crime is indeed distorted.
- The entertainment side of the media is often considered less reliable.
- Looking overseas to Britain and Germany, Lucia Zedner (1995) conducted some interesting research.
- Typically, the general public determines crime control policy by voicing concern.
- Sensationalist reporting and distressed citizens are not surprising.
- Further down the proverbial rabbit hole of media inaccuracies.
- It should be clear by now that the media influences the public emotionally and distorts their view of crime.
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