• Director- Jean-Pierre Jeunet
• Starring- Audrey Tautou, Mathieu Kassovitz, Rufus
• Date Released- April 25, 2001 (Belgium)
• Budget- FRF 77,000,000 (estimated)
• Locations- France and Germany
Amelie is an odd story about a girl who was neglected during her childhood. She later moves to central Paris where she becomes a waitress and begins to explore love and beauty. After finding a lost treasure belonging to the former person who lived in the apartment, she decides to return it to him. After seeing his reaction she decides to devote her life to the people around her. She then becomes more aggressive in her life trying to catch the heart of a young man.
http://movies.nytimes.com/movie/review?res=9B03EEDD1130F931A35752C1A9679C8B63
In this article from the NY Times Elvis Mitchell writes “Jean-Pierre Jeunet's ''Amélie,'' a sugar-rush of a movie, has what could be called meticulous clutter, a placement of imagery that covers every square centimeter of the screen.” He also states in the article that Jeunet used a lot of computer-generated imagery to create Paris. The film's original French title was ''Le Fabuleux Destin d'Amélie Poulain,''.
Amelie is a movie I would never watch on my own behalf. This is one of those movies that are hard to follow and at times harder to understand. The French to English language barrier could be one thing holding me back from even thinking about liking this movie. In my opinion a movie with subtitles is hard to follow because you find yourself reading the words on the bottom of screen more than watching the true beauty of the movie.
CHECKLIST FOR PLAGIARISM
1) ( x ) I have not handed in this assignment for any other class.
2) ( x ) If I reused any information from other papers I have written for other classes, I clearly explain that in the paper.
3) ( x) If I used any passages word for word, I put quotations around those words, or used indentation and
citation within the text.
4) ( x) I have not padded the bibliography. I have used all sources cited in the bibliography in the text of the paper.
5) ( x ) I have cited in the bibliography only the pages I personally read.
6) ( x ) I have used direct quotations only in cases where it could not be stated in another way. I cited the
source within the paper and in the bibliography.
7) ( x ) I did not so over-use direct quotations that the paper lacks interpretation or originality.
8) ( x ) I checked yes on steps 1-7 and therefore have been fully transparent about the research and ideas used
in my paper.
Friday, May 4, 2012
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Raging Bull (1980)
Raging Bull
• Director- Martin Scorsese
• Starring- Robert Di Nero, Joe Pesci, Cathy Moriaty
• Date Released- December 19, 1980
• Budget- Approximately $18 million /Gross- $23,383,987 (USA)
• Locations- California and New York
Raging Bull is a 1980 film director by Martin Scorsese, about a young boxer Jake LaMotta, played by Robert Di Nero, whose rage and inner demons bring a downfall to his boxing legacy. Joe Pesci plays the brother of Jake, who throughout the film attempts to help him overcome his demons and gain him the title shot he deserves. Later on in the film Jake accuses his bother of having an affair with his wife, which causes his life to take a turn for the worse.
The filming style that Scorsese used was very intriguing as he used many slow motion shots. In the ring Scorsese has many shots where blows to the face and body are slowed down for contact. He also uses a lot of wide-angle shots to show a true feel of the ring.
The film was made during the times of the late 1970’s but the actual time period for the film was the 1940’s and 50’s. Women rights were no such thing and they were the woman and that’s it. They had no say in what to do. The abuse of women was high and not to many people fought to end the problem because they were afraid of consequences. Scorsese uses this aspect when he has LaMotta beating up his wife.
http://movies.nytimes.com/movie/review?res=9C06E6D71238F937A25752C1A966948260
In this Ny Times article, written by Vincent Canby, states the talent and skills that go into making this film. The critic’s article, which is released prior to the opening of the film, thinks it will be a great film. The article puts this film on the achievement list.
http://genderandmedia.qwriting.org/files/2010/09/Pam-Cook1.pdf
In this article, Pam Cook says that Raging Bull is considered New Hollywood film style. It was good for Hollywood to get a new perspective of things and brilliance of this film. It also says it was a great touch that he released it in black and white because it gave a bit of the past meets future feel.
In my opinion, Raging Bull was a great film made by a brilliant and talented director. The way he illustrated such scenes in the ring and how he included family struggles was pure brilliance. I think it was insane how Di Nero put on so much weight for this part as well. That shows true dedication to your career, which is very inspirational. I would suggest this film to everyone and I am glad we had the chance to watch it in class.
• Director- Martin Scorsese
• Starring- Robert Di Nero, Joe Pesci, Cathy Moriaty
• Date Released- December 19, 1980
• Budget- Approximately $18 million /Gross- $23,383,987 (USA)
• Locations- California and New York
Raging Bull is a 1980 film director by Martin Scorsese, about a young boxer Jake LaMotta, played by Robert Di Nero, whose rage and inner demons bring a downfall to his boxing legacy. Joe Pesci plays the brother of Jake, who throughout the film attempts to help him overcome his demons and gain him the title shot he deserves. Later on in the film Jake accuses his bother of having an affair with his wife, which causes his life to take a turn for the worse.
The filming style that Scorsese used was very intriguing as he used many slow motion shots. In the ring Scorsese has many shots where blows to the face and body are slowed down for contact. He also uses a lot of wide-angle shots to show a true feel of the ring.
The film was made during the times of the late 1970’s but the actual time period for the film was the 1940’s and 50’s. Women rights were no such thing and they were the woman and that’s it. They had no say in what to do. The abuse of women was high and not to many people fought to end the problem because they were afraid of consequences. Scorsese uses this aspect when he has LaMotta beating up his wife.
http://movies.nytimes.com/movie/review?res=9C06E6D71238F937A25752C1A966948260
In this Ny Times article, written by Vincent Canby, states the talent and skills that go into making this film. The critic’s article, which is released prior to the opening of the film, thinks it will be a great film. The article puts this film on the achievement list.
http://genderandmedia.qwriting.org/files/2010/09/Pam-Cook1.pdf
In this article, Pam Cook says that Raging Bull is considered New Hollywood film style. It was good for Hollywood to get a new perspective of things and brilliance of this film. It also says it was a great touch that he released it in black and white because it gave a bit of the past meets future feel.
In my opinion, Raging Bull was a great film made by a brilliant and talented director. The way he illustrated such scenes in the ring and how he included family struggles was pure brilliance. I think it was insane how Di Nero put on so much weight for this part as well. That shows true dedication to your career, which is very inspirational. I would suggest this film to everyone and I am glad we had the chance to watch it in class.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Annie Hall
James Grant
Film History 2
2/27/12
Annie Hall (1977)
• Director- Woody Allen
• Date Released- April 20, 1977
• Budget $4 million, Gross $38 million in usa
• Studio- MGM, Prod. Comp.- Rollins-Joffe Productions
• Locations- New York and California
Annie hall is a 1977 Romantic comedy directed by and starring Woody Allen himself and won four academy awards including best picture. Allen and Marshall Brickman wrote the screenplay where it co-starred Diane Keaton. Allen himself believes this was the turning point of his directing career and gave him the spark he need.
The story involves a New York comedian, Alvy Singer, and his girlfriend, Annie Hall’s love story. The relationship began with some small talk on the tennis court, to a ride up town, then some wine on Annie’s Balcony. Their love for each other takes a turn for the worse when Hall leaves Singer for her record producer. After losing her, Singer returns to New York and writes a play about his love with Hall.
The film is closely related to the text because of wide variety of lighting techniques and camera angles. There are many wide and close up shots throughout the film. We also learned how the lighting outside compared to inside can make or break a shot.
In this film, Allen brought a lot of real life things into the film, whether it was controversial love problems or actual debates about directors or problems occurring in the world. He used his Jewish background as a problem with his relationship and his beliefs. Another reason this film relates to the late 70’s is because at the end he turns his story into a play which was popular amongst the people in the city. Fashion is another aspect he brought into the film.
http://www.nytimes.com/packages/html/movies/bestpictures/annie-re.html
http://www.filmsite.org/anni.html
The article from the NYT is an article praising Allen for his picture and his talents. Vincent Canby wrote, this film put Allen in the league of the best directors we have. The article also lays out the plot of the film. The other article is from AMC’s film site. I feel it’s a good article to mention because it gives an analysis of the film and a script of the film.
Personally film’s like this do not catch my attention or liking but Annie Hall was different. Maybe not the most exciting films but you never knew what was going to happen next. Woody Allen’s genius in directing has lured me into watching this film closely. I wouldn’t watch it again but I would recommend it to an up and coming film student or someone interested in directing techniques. I honestly feel this film did push Allen’s career to the top.
CHECKLIST FOR PLAGIARISM
1) ( x ) I have not handed in this assignment for any other class.
2) ( x ) If I reused any information from other papers I have written for other classes, I clearly explain that in the paper.
3) ( x) If I used any passages word for word, I put quotations around those words, or used indentation and citation within the text.
4) ( x) I have not padded the bibliography. I have used all sources cited in the bibliography in the text of the paper.
5) ( x ) I have cited in the bibliography only the pages I personally read.
6) ( x ) I have used direct quotations only in cases where it could not be stated in another way. I cited the source within the paper and in the bibliography.
7) ( x ) I did not so over-use direct quotations that the paper lacks interpretation or originality.
8) ( x ) I checked yes on steps 1-7 and therefore have been fully transparent about the research and ideas used in my paper.
Film History 2
2/27/12
Annie Hall (1977)
• Director- Woody Allen
• Date Released- April 20, 1977
• Budget $4 million, Gross $38 million in usa
• Studio- MGM, Prod. Comp.- Rollins-Joffe Productions
• Locations- New York and California
Annie hall is a 1977 Romantic comedy directed by and starring Woody Allen himself and won four academy awards including best picture. Allen and Marshall Brickman wrote the screenplay where it co-starred Diane Keaton. Allen himself believes this was the turning point of his directing career and gave him the spark he need.
The story involves a New York comedian, Alvy Singer, and his girlfriend, Annie Hall’s love story. The relationship began with some small talk on the tennis court, to a ride up town, then some wine on Annie’s Balcony. Their love for each other takes a turn for the worse when Hall leaves Singer for her record producer. After losing her, Singer returns to New York and writes a play about his love with Hall.
The film is closely related to the text because of wide variety of lighting techniques and camera angles. There are many wide and close up shots throughout the film. We also learned how the lighting outside compared to inside can make or break a shot.
In this film, Allen brought a lot of real life things into the film, whether it was controversial love problems or actual debates about directors or problems occurring in the world. He used his Jewish background as a problem with his relationship and his beliefs. Another reason this film relates to the late 70’s is because at the end he turns his story into a play which was popular amongst the people in the city. Fashion is another aspect he brought into the film.
http://www.nytimes.com/packages/html/movies/bestpictures/annie-re.html
http://www.filmsite.org/anni.html
The article from the NYT is an article praising Allen for his picture and his talents. Vincent Canby wrote, this film put Allen in the league of the best directors we have. The article also lays out the plot of the film. The other article is from AMC’s film site. I feel it’s a good article to mention because it gives an analysis of the film and a script of the film.
Personally film’s like this do not catch my attention or liking but Annie Hall was different. Maybe not the most exciting films but you never knew what was going to happen next. Woody Allen’s genius in directing has lured me into watching this film closely. I wouldn’t watch it again but I would recommend it to an up and coming film student or someone interested in directing techniques. I honestly feel this film did push Allen’s career to the top.
CHECKLIST FOR PLAGIARISM
1) ( x ) I have not handed in this assignment for any other class.
2) ( x ) If I reused any information from other papers I have written for other classes, I clearly explain that in the paper.
3) ( x) If I used any passages word for word, I put quotations around those words, or used indentation and citation within the text.
4) ( x) I have not padded the bibliography. I have used all sources cited in the bibliography in the text of the paper.
5) ( x ) I have cited in the bibliography only the pages I personally read.
6) ( x ) I have used direct quotations only in cases where it could not be stated in another way. I cited the source within the paper and in the bibliography.
7) ( x ) I did not so over-use direct quotations that the paper lacks interpretation or originality.
8) ( x ) I checked yes on steps 1-7 and therefore have been fully transparent about the research and ideas used in my paper.
Thursday, February 9, 2012
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