«In 1952 the censorship of the Film Industry lead to significant ramifications. The film medium has experienced several hurdles that are better known of as censorship. Right from the beginning, American officials knew of the influential power of...» Document abstract
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SummaryIn 1952 the censorship of the Film Industry lead to significant ramifications. The film medium has experienced several hurdles that are better known of as censorship. Right from the beginning, American officials knew of the influential power of film and, therefore, its need to be controlled --by them, of course. Since the first couple decades of film, there have constantly been several different parties in charge of its regulations. By 1952, film has everyone from Catholic Bishops, to anti-communists trying to control it. In the midst of a changing American at the end of the second World War, a controversial movie slipped through the growing cracks. At the same time when some writers could not get any work, the film The Miracle was overturning the system. The case against this film ultimately changed the ruling on all films to come. In 1952 there were several other battles being fought, as well as a string of anti-communist films being released. At the end of the year many the careers of many Hollywood players were over, while others were just beginning. 1952 and its surrounding years changed the American film industry and its censorship forever.
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- When Film began to emerge at the turn of the 20th Century there was a large debate over whether or not it was to be considered an art or an industry.
- In response to the growing criticism of the industry, the major film studios banned together to 'censor themselves.?
- Over the next twenty years it became impossible for independents to show their movies.
- One of the people who stood against these modes of intimidation was Lee Grant.
- Everyone else had to find their own way to save their career; which perpetuated the scare.
- The foreign films suddenly being exhibited in America did not particularly please the Catholic Bishops.
- Burstyn argued that the state's ability to revoke a film's license was in direct offense to the rights allotted by the First Amendment.
«In the documentaries Bowling for Columbine and Brother’s Keeper the filmmakers try to establish certain connections to the audience. Bowling for Columbine focuses on gun control and violence in America. Director Michael Moore uses satire and...» Document abstract
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SummaryIn the documentaries Bowling for Columbine and Brother’s Keeper the filmmakers try to establish certain connections to the audience. Bowling for Columbine focuses on gun control and violence in America. Director Michael Moore uses satire and direct points to get his message across. Brother’s Keeper is a film about a man named Delbert who is accused of murdering his older brother. The creators of Brother’s Keeper use emotional connections in a more subtle approach than Moore as they present their information. Moore is an active part and main character of his documentary, whereas Brother’s Keeper never shows the documentarians or any connection they may have to their subject. Moore is clear on his opinions about gun control but he leaves the root reason for extensive violence in America open for interpretation, which is similar to Brother’s Keeper in that the audience has the opportunity to form their own opinion in terms of what really happened. Documentarians such as the creators of Bowling for Columbine and Brother’s Keeper use different methods to achieve their particular purpose, but both would be considered documentaries by Robert Coles, who analyzes works as documentaries and finds their purpose.
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- The cartoon he includes about the history of America is blatantly a satirical cartoon that bluntly states what happened in a way that may make some people laugh, but in the end, the audience is left realizing the absurdity of their own history.
- This idea of persuading the audience through indirect methods is something Coles recognizes as a tool to deliver a message.
- On the other hand, the documentarians who created Brother's Keeper are never seen throughout the entire film.
- Presentation of information can change the meaning or purpose of any documentary.
- Both of these documentaries serve purposes that Coles is sure to point out in his essay.
- Williams said, 'Take your readers in hand, take them where you've been, tell them what you've seen, give them some stories you have heard. Most of all, write for them?
«The mechanism of early photographic cameras was as follows: the location and objects in front of the camera were copied onto the film in the form of a frozen, two-dimensional image. Invariably, the photograph was a manifestation of the...» Document abstract
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SummaryThe mechanism of early photographic cameras was as follows: the location and objects in front of the camera were copied onto the film in the form of a frozen, two-dimensional image. Invariably, the photograph was a manifestation of the superficialities of the society at the time. With the advent of moving pictures, films could be coaxed into revealing a deeper understanding of the times; the use of montage and titles could disclose how the society operated and what cultural norms were practiced, or hoped for. The inclusion of sound completed the image, and actuality film became a perfect reflection of society
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- Then humour muddled up the image, and muddled up actuality.
- The constant use of irony allows Brits to stay clear from being sentimental, pompous, or zealous, all undesirables.
- Other ways irony pervades the screen is its use of detachment.
- Recent British films also draw from the concepts of detachment and a media-literate audience.
- Another very important notion in British culture, not just comedy, is the preservation of traditional Victorian ways and an emphasis on old community.
- The structure of the movie also resembled the rituality of a time-honored ceremony and familiar story.
- Even though the community ideal may be fading from British life, the subject of class remains a fascination.
- But class-conscious humor is also reflected in sketch shows and movies.
«Technology has always been the main threat of tradition. The core essence of the filmmaking industry has not evolved because of changes in the audiences, ownerships or content. It has evolved because of the technological push given by the...» Document abstract
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SummaryTechnology has always been the main threat of tradition. The core essence of the filmmaking industry has not evolved because of changes in the audiences, ownerships or content. It has evolved because of the technological push given by the modernizing world, affecting the audiences, ownerships and content. A new medium that promises faster and more exciting editing, more flexible sound recording, and beautiful visual effects has arisen within the past decade . The digitizing of film production and distribution is threatening traditional filmmaking and changing the content of films.
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- The Essential Change in Filmmaking
- Digital Dominance
- Commercial Freedom of Content
- Digitally Opened Doors: Corporate Independence
- Sex, Violence, and Other Safe Endeavors
- A Democratic Industry
«Over the course of the last three decades American society has taken its fondness of youth and femininity and turned it into an outright obsession. As a direct result of this obsession, women over the age of 35 have been made to feel bad about their...» Document abstract
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SummaryOver the course of the last three decades American society has taken its fondness of youth and femininity and turned it into an outright obsession. As a direct result of this obsession, women over the age of 35 have been made to feel bad about their bodies, their activity levels, the food they eat and the cars that they drive. This has lead to the proliferation of plastic surgery, male mid-life crises and the onset of a culture in which a young female is held as a pinnacle of physical perfection.While the hallmarks of a youth obsessed culture can be found almost anywhere, there is no one place that this issue has been more exploited than in film. Many films today feature older men in leading roles, with leading women are 20 to 30 years younger. Interestingly, this stereotype is one that has become a central feature in the modern cinema. For instance, one only needs to consider the public reaction to the cult classic Harold and Maude (1971) to understand how ingrained this social attitude has become. This film, which features a young leading man (20) and a much older leading lady (79), demonstrates even though Hollywood may be open-minded enough to accept older women in film, society as a whole is not as prepared to openly accepting of this situation.
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- While the hallmarks of a youth obsessed culture can be found almost anywhere, there is no one place that this issue has been more exploited than in film.
- What is perhaps most dramatic about the film is that when the relationship between Harold and Maude begins to blossom, the director does not attempt to hide the intimacy that exists between the two characters.
- Unfortunately, when the film was released in 1971, its overall appeal to the general public was not that great.
- Despite the fact that Lester does not have sex with this young girl, the film supports his escapist desires to pursue this relationship.
- When the movies Harold and Maude and American Beauty are compared overall, it is evident that these movies clearly depict the same issue, only from a different standpoint.
- Audiences need to consider these issues when they view a movie or a television program.
«People create their lives based on the environment surrounding them. In Gus Van Sant’s 2000 film, Finding Forrester, Jamal Wallace, a black sixteen-year-old basketball player from the Bronx, was always a C student until his test scores showed his...» Document abstract
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SummaryPeople create their lives based on the environment surrounding them. In Gus Van Sant’s 2000 film, Finding Forrester, Jamal Wallace, a black sixteen-year-old basketball player from the Bronx, was always a C student until his test scores showed his true intelligence and potential. This resulted in a New York City prep school taking notice. Jamal’s life would take a dramatic turn when his old life clashes with his new life. This clash is similar to what Richard Majors, an Associate Professor of Psychology and cofounder of the National Council of African American Men, describes in his essay, Cool Pose: Dilemmas of Black Manhood in America. Majors discusses the idea of what it means to be “cool” in a black society. Majors cites Wilkinson and Taylor as saying, “Playing it cool had been a defense for blacks against exploitation. Sometimes being cool may be automatic and unconscious; other times it may be a conscious and deliberate façade. In either case, being cool helps maintain a balance between the black male’s inner life and his social environment” (9).
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- In Majors book, the chapter, Cool Pose: Expression and Survival, discusses several aspects that characterize a person as 'cool.' Among them is the idea that a black man cannot demonstrate their 'inner life.?
- Majors also characterizes the 'cool pose' as adapting to culture and not being different.
- His teacher understood why Jamal could score so well on assessment tests and perform so poorly in class
- He was given the option. He wanted William to read his stuff but he did not want to be weak by the standards he had grown up with. He was a man and had to be in control.
- He was unaware, at first, that the 'other' was actually his friends.
«Movies are typically created as a means to entertain and inform a wide audience. While this is the case in most instances, it is evident that movies that deal with overt religious themes—while many times fictitious in nature—often spark considerable...» Document abstract
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SummaryMovies are typically created as a means to entertain and inform a wide audience. While this is the case in most instances, it is evident that movies that deal with overt religious themes—while many times fictitious in nature—often spark considerable controversy and anger. One only needs to consider the recent controversies that have been offered in the recent wake of The Da Vinci Code to clearly understand this issue. Clearly, when it comes to sparking religious ire, many critics do not approve when sensitive religious themes and subjects are discussed openly in film. A critical review of what has been written about the controversies of overt religious themes in film seems to suggest that films that focus on Christianity suffer the most notable debates overall. Criticisms of movies such as The Da Vinci Code, The Passion of the Christ and Dogma definitively demonstrate the hostile feelings that are evoked when filmmakers attempt to portray their vision of religion and religious meaning. Even though these films only reflect a larger interpretation of Christianity from the standpoint of the director, the reality is that they spark vehement controversy.
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- Introduction
- In an effort to demonstrate this point, this investigation considers two films from two different religious traditions: The Passion of the Christ and The Da Vinci Code
- The specific controversy that was stirred as a result of Gibson's film, promoted numerous critics to argue that the film was an outright effort on the part of Gibson to promote anti-Semitism.
- When the controversies surrounding The Passion of the Christ are summarized, it is evident that most scholars believe that the Jews are not presented very well in this film.
- Overall, what appears to be most troubling about The Da Vinci Code, is that it portrays a life of Jesus Christ that is completely contrary to what the Christian church teaches.
- What is perhaps most interesting about comparing these two films is that it seems that regardless of the route taken by the director, the response is the same.
- In the end, it seems reasonable to argue that the production of films with overt religious themes has a profound impact on society.
«A car may be the most inconvenient and difficult setting for a film. I made a sixteen-minute movie which took place almost entirely in a car, and I ended up at one point crying from the frustrations. The three actors and I didn’t leave so much...» Document abstract
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SummaryA car may be the most inconvenient and difficult setting for a film. I made a sixteen-minute movie which took place almost entirely in a car, and I ended up at one point crying from the frustrations. The three actors and I didn’t leave so much space left for the camera, and so the entire process was pretty claustrophobic. A car contains, it bottles up emotions, variation, and open-mindedness. Ten (2002) is a film that works well because instead of combating these elements as I had done, it uses them instead. Abbas Kiarostami is no stranger to using a car in his films; as he says in Ten On 10 (2004), it is his favorite location. But unlike his other films that have used a car extensively, Ten takes place exclusively from within the car.
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- Abbas Kiarostami is no stranger to using a car in his films.
- Location.
- Camera Placement and Use.
- Reality and Fiction.
- Voyeurism.
- Kiarostami said that after making this movie he will never make another film using 35mm.
«Throughout the course of the twentieth century, the evolution of technology has notably changed society. While many scholars looking at the changes that technology has produced consider the improvements that have been in terms of medicine and...» Document abstract
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SummaryThroughout the course of the twentieth century, the evolution of technology has notably changed society. While many scholars looking at the changes that technology has produced consider the improvements that have been in terms of medicine and technology, it is evident that technology has had a pronounced impact on the entire scope of culture and society. For instance, the impact of technology can clearly be seen when one examines the history and development of the film industry. With the realization that technology has had such a notable impact on the film industry, there is a clear impetus to examine how this change has occurred. Utilizing this as a basis for investigation, this research considers the development of the modern film industry in the Untied States and the international community. Through a careful consideration of what has been written about various aspects of the film industry, it will be possible to demonstrate that this industry has evolved because of notable advances made in technology. Further, by examining the film industry overall, a comprehensive understanding of the future of this industry will be elucidated.
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- Introduction.
- History of the Film Industry.
- The Film as Theatrical.
- Film as a Status Symbol.
- Current Trends in Filmmaking.
- National and Global Perspective.
- The American Film Industry.
- The International Film Industry.
- The Future of the Film Industry.
- Summary.
- Personal Impact.
- Appendix.
«Alfred Hitchcock’s fascination with French culture emanates in nearly all of his films. Conversely, many aspects outlining the fundamental guidelines of the 1950’s French film movement adopted quintessential “Hitchcockian” devices. Hitchcock’s...» Document abstract
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SummaryAlfred Hitchcock’s fascination with French culture emanates in nearly all of his films. Conversely, many aspects outlining the fundamental guidelines of the 1950’s French film movement adopted quintessential “Hitchcockian” devices. Hitchcock’s influence on French filmmakers shaped much of what’s known as La Nouvelle Vague or, French New Wave. Post WWII France saw an influx of American made films immediately following the Liberation in 1944 as they had been banned during the reign of the Vichy Regime. The effects of this explosion sparked new life into French cinema. Hitchcock in particular played a key role in the development of modern French cinema as his films generated heated controversy among critics. Celebrated film theorist, Andre Bazin first scoffed at Hitchcock’s filmmaking while younger, blossoming critics and filmmakers like Francois Truffaut, Jean-Luc Godard and Claude Chabrol praised his work as innovative and avant-garde. However, with time, Bazin and other detractors of Hitchcock’s work changed their positions
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- Alfred Hitchcock's fascination with French culture.
- Hitckcockians.
- Hitchcock's attraction to France.
- Hitchcock in America.
- Hitchcock's work - over-saturated and thinly spun plots.
- Truffaut and Godard prove critics wrong.
- Hitchcock and the filming of To Catch a Thief (1955).
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