Academic papers on Music, Film, Television, Theater & Photography

VANILLA SKY AND VISUAL THEMES
This paper examines the 2001 movie Vanilla Sky and discusses what visual themes director Cameron Crowe uses to advance the characterization of the protagonist. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Bondage of Bond by the female protagonists: a comparison of the deadliest sex of them all from Rosa Klebb to Elektra King
This 5 page paper looks at the character of Elektra King in the James Bond film
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Tricia Rose/Black Noise
A 7 page research paper that offers a comprehensive overview of this text. The writer summarizes this book, chapter by chapter, and how it offers a detailed analysis of rap music and its relationship to black culture in contemporary America. No...
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White Reaction To Bebop Jazz
5 pages in length. Bebop jazz, which slowly evolved from late swing and transition period jazz, was quite a shock to the white population when it first appeared on the scene during the Depression. This intricate compilation of sounds became the...
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ORSEN WELLS AND THE SEARCH
This 5 page paper gives a brief synopsis of Orson Welles films, Citizen Kane and The Magnificent Ambersons, then compares and contrasts each films themes in relation to the 'search' by each main character. Quotes from the movie included....
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The Believer (2001)/Movie Review
A 5 page movie review of "The Believer" (2001), directed by Henry Bean. This is the story of a adolescent skin-head neo-Nazi who is also Jewish. A thought-provoking film, the writer argues that it is unsettling -- good, but not a film most people...
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Does Television Meet Our Needs or Desires?
A 5 page paper which examines whether or not television meets our basic needs or desires. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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The Countess in Act II of Figaro
A 5 page research paper in which the writer offers an analysis of The Marriage of Figaro by exploring the amalgamation of genius that is represented in this opera, as it combines the musical genius of Mozart with the brilliance of Lorenso da...
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"An Inspector Calls" by J.B. Priestley
A 5 page paper which examines J.B. Priestley's play "An Inspector Calls" as it relates to the Edwardian Era. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Woody Allen
8 pages in length. Woody Allen has a long and illustrious movie making history of tapping into the insecurities harbored by every human being. The myriad psychoses and emotional traumas his characters typical experience speak to the way in which...
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Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" And Ridley Scott's "Blade Runner": Comparative Analysis
6 pages in length. Popular culture has a distinct way of touching the very nerve of human existence, both good and bad. Writers attempt to reach out to their audiences by way of specific characterization that reflects real-life situations in...
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The Significance of Spielberg's Saving Private Ryan
This 5 page paper provides an overview of the film as well as its significance in respect to war. Realism is discussed as well as the messages it sends. The justification of war is also discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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"The Wall" and Conflict Theory
A 6 page paper which examines the Pink Floyd film "The Wall" from a perspective concerning conflict theory. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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MUSIC THE WORLD OVER
This paper supports the thesis that with infiltrations of Western missionaries into various parts of the world during the 19th and 20th centuries, the world's music has become homogenized. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Influence of Music on Teenagers
This 8 page paper looks at contemporary music in the twentieth century and suggests that it is a reflection of society and not necessarily bad for today's youth. Many genres and bands are referenced. Misogyny and violence are discussed as is safety...
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