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Aim: Recap on the Auteur theory and explore some Auteurs' unique style in film
Aim: Recap on the Auteur theory and explore some Auteurs' unique style in film
Objective: Identify and research 3 auteurs which relate to your main industry role from last week.
Objective: Identify and research 3 auteurs which relate to your main industry role from last week.
Analyse the impact of your chosen auteurs’ styles on their films.
Analyse the impact of your chosen auteurs’ styles on their films.
Who do you consider to be an auteur? And why?
Who do you consider to be an auteur? And why?
Paul Feig- Writer, Director, Producer
His 'style' includes slapstick comedy, empowering strong female led roles in otherwise male dominated genres like crime, sci fi, action etc.
Melissa McCarthy- Writer, Producer, Actor
Her 'style' includes all aspects of comedy specifically slapstick, witty dialogue and spoof acting.
Steven Moffat- Writer, Producer and Screenwriter
His 'style' includes postmodern meta narrative, the use of jigsaw pieces, intentional foreshadowing and a lot of mystery.
Task 1a: Your task is to research and evidence 3 auteurs which relate to your main industry role you researched previously.
Task 1a: Your task is to research and evidence 3 auteurs which relate to your main industry role you researched previously.
Task 1b: You then need to discuss what it is about their unique style which makes them an auteur (or an auteur to you.)
Task 1b: You then need to discuss what it is about their unique style which makes them an auteur (or an auteur to you.)
Task 2: After the above research, you need to choose one auteur to deep dive into. Preferably the one which shares the same industry role you aspire to do.
Task 2: After the above research, you need to choose one auteur to deep dive into. Preferably the one which shares the same industry role you aspire to do.
A deep dive includes:
A deep dive includes:
Biography: Introduce your auteur, give some information about their life, education etc.
Influences: Research key influences and inspirations in their work.
Filmography: Compile a list of films they have made, and what role they had in that film- if they have multiple roles.
Visual Style: What is the signature visual techniques and style of your chosen auteur?
Recurring Themes: Are there any common themes and motifs across their films?
Influence on Cinema: How they have influenced other filmmakers and the industry?
Cultural Impact: Identify their impact on popular culture and society.
Video Essay
Video Essay
What makes a video essay?
What makes a video essay?
It's informative
It's informative
It's visual
It's visual
It's a form of storytelling
It's a form of storytelling
It's auditory
It's auditory
It's personal
It's personal
Tips for video essays
Tips for video essays
Starting your essay
Identify what your argument is? Or your point?
Ideally just one sentence
Write this down, keep referring to it and don’t be afraid of modifying it as you go through the whole process.
What type of video essay do you want to create?
voice-over
text + image
supercut
Start small.
Don’t try to create something too complicated. Remember this is only part of this unit.
Video Essay Example:
Video Essay Example:
Video Essay Structure
Introduction
Part 1- Your identified job role
Part 2- Your chosen auteur
Part 3- The skill you want to develop
Link all points together and conclude
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