Cinema in Iran

What do you know about Iran? Read the information on Rick Steves' site. List five new things you learned about Iran.

Dogme 95 vs. Italian Neorealism

Read this information about Dogme 95

What are the rules of Dogme 95? Compare/Contrast it with Italian Neorealism.

Italian Neo-Realism

Read this information.

What is the origin of Italian Neo-Realism?

What were the American influences?

International Cinema vs. Hollywood Cinema

Make a list of all the movies we have seen so far this year:

Hollywood movies:

International movies:

Can you see anything they have in common? What are the differences between Hollywood movies and International movies? Think of the acting, stories and film techniques. How do the stories end? What are the heroes like?

Method Acting

Read this information about Method Acting.

Write a paragraph summary of what Method Acting is.

Marlon Brando

Describe Marlon Brando's acting. Use examples of specific scenes from On the Waterfront. How do you compare his acting to other actors you've seen in and out of class?