FILM STUDIES TEST: PERIOD 5 THURSDAY

There's really no need to scream but remember you have a test on Thursday.  You have been revising over the holidays and should feel very confident especially as I outlined what you will be examined on before we finished for Easter.

If you missed the lesson or unsure about the test please see me before Tuesday.

 This is a very important test because:

1.  It will help me know that you understand all the main ideas about films that we have been studying last term.

2.  You will know what your strengths and areas for improvement are, especially when analysing the micro features of a film sequence.  This will help you immensely as you complete your second and longest piece of coursework so far.

In brief the test will contain:

1.  A four minute film sequence (shown twice) that you will analyse and answer the questions set.  You will see the questions before you read the film sequence.

2.  A section on film genre including theory.

3.  A section on the history of film.

4.  A section on film terminology: you will need to identify the meanings of the words listed on the test paper.  You will need to place each word in a sentence of your own to show that you know how to use the word correctly.

Prizes for the best responses and also for people who show outstanding commitment to study include:

1.  DVD of Mama Mia

2.  DVD of Big Fish

3.  Alien Key Ring

4.  Planet of the Apes cut out

5.  Quantum of Solace Mouse mat

6.  Reservoir Dogs mouse mat

7.  Scarface mouse mat 

8.  Terminator poster

9.  Wolverine poster

Welcome the opportunity the test affords (offers) you to show how brilliant you are in this subject.  You don't have to convince me as I know how fantastic you are from all the contributions you give in lessons.  However, the examiner will not know this until you impress he or she with work of an extremely high standard.  Remember - it's time to transfer all your brilliant spoken suggestions onto paper.  Time to think in ink. 

Coursework and assessment results

All results to be published here second week of holidays. Don't worry about the "fingers crossed" image, however emotive. luck plays no part in the marking scheme...

In the meantime enjoy your break but keep focussed on your homeworks and the additional activities I have set you.

Mr E

CONGRATULATIONS 10A MEDIA!

Congratulations to all the students who have given their "horror sequence storyboard" presentations. They have been fantastic. You are all articulate and show clearly that you understand codes, conventions and the "why" of analysis.

Give yourselves a hearty pat on the back.

In the meantime see what you can find out about the Director "James Whale" (pictured above)? Find five famous films he directed and answer this: what is his connection with the First World War and how did this affect his work (if it did). Follow the link to IMDB, this will start you on your quest. Also, name the film made about James Whale and name the actor that plays him. The film is relatively recent. Good luck.

See you all on the other side of the holidays.