Your assignment is to write a 700-800 word film review on Moonlight (2016) Directed by Barry Jenkins
Your assignment is to write a 700-800 word film review on Moonlight (2016) Directed by Barry JenkinsDescription: A film review is not merely a summary or rehashing of the plot; rather, it should go deeper into analysis and reaction. Your review should discuss the issues raised by the film, address the film’s importance and purpose, as well as state reactions to the content and quality of the film. Superior film reviews are honest expressions of your thoughts and feelings about the film at hand. Regardless of style, the best film reviews are written with thought and care. In addition to our discussions of the sample reviews in class, here are some questions to consider: 1) Is the film adapted from fiction or drama, or is it based on an original idea and screenplay? Does it sacrifice the original work for unnecessary cinematic devices? If the story is original, how fresh or innovative is it? 2) Are the characters believable? 3) Are the actors appropriately cast? 4) What is the theme of the film? Do the plot, acting, and other elements in the film successfully impart the theme to the viewer? 5) Is the setting/locale appropriate? 6) Is the cinematography effective? Does the film make certain use of color, texture, lighting, etc. to enhance the theme, mood, setting? 7) Is the soundtrack an essential component in creating meaning? Is the music appropriate and functional, or is it inappropriate and obtrusive? 8) Are camera angles used insightfully? Are they ever used for a particular effect? 9) Are there special effects (and/or special effects makeup) in the film? If so, are they essential to the plot? Are they handled skillfully? Do they serve a necessary function, or does the film sacrifice plot or characterization for the effects themselves? 10) Does the film make use of symbols or symbolism? If so, what purpose do the symbols serve? Are they used skillfully? How does the symbolism in the film contribute to or enhance the film’s overall theme? Length of review: 700-800 words
