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Papers On Music, Film, Television, Theater & Photography
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Mankind/A Medieval Play
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A 5 page analysis of the medieval morality play, 'Mankind.' The writer focuses on the scene in which Mischief holds 'court' as representative of the features of the play. The writer argues that this play is most significant, not for its content, but rather because it indicates the beginnings of professionalism in English drama. No additional sources listed.
Filename: 90mnkind.rtf
Film Analysis / 'Homicide'
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A 6 page analytical discussion of the film 'Homicide' in which writer and director David Mamet explores the emotional struggle of a detective who, in addition to fighting crime, must confront the reality of his own 'Jewishness.' Several examples of Mamet's use of symbolism are presented as well. Bibliography lists 2 supporting sources.
Filename: Homicide.wps
Problems of Motivation in Mamet’s “Oleanna”
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A 6 page examination of this play by David Mamet, looking specifically at the motivation and characterization of Carol and John. The paper shows how Carol’s character can most productively be read by seeing her as a victim of childhood abuse, and without this information, the audience is as clueless about her behavior as John is. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Mamol.wps
'The Trial' / The Movie
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A 5 page study of Orson Welles' film based on Kafka's famous novel. Special attention is given to the relationship between sexuality, impotence, and power. No bibliography.
Filename: Trialmo.doc
“Heart of Darkness” and Apocalyse Now – Partnerships in Hell
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This 9 page report discusses Joseph Conrad’s 1902 novel “The Heart of Darkness” and the 1979 Francis Ford Coppola movie “Apocalypse Now.” Despite the similarities of Joseph Conrad’s “Heart of Darkness” and the movie “Apocalypse Now,” they are clearly very different stories that each deals with madness in the context of the timeframe in which it is presented. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWhdan.rtf
Francis Ford Coppola's 'Apocalypse Now'
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5 pages in length, this essay examines the influence of Joseph Conrad's 'Heart of Darkness', Friedrich Nietzsche's 'The Birth of Tragedy', and Sir James Frazer's 'The Golden Bough' on Francis Ford Coppola's film 'Apocalypse Now'. Outlined are the many parallels between 'Heart of Darkness' and 'Apocalypse Now'. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: LCApocNw.doc
Heart of Darkness & Apocalypse Now / Comparison and Contrast
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In 7 pages, the author discusses compares and contrasts 'Heart of Darkness' by Joseph Conrad, and 'Apocalypse Now,' a movie loosely based on the novel. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PChdan.doc
J.S. Bach/Suite #3 in D Major
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A 5 page research paper that analyzes Johann Sebastian Bach's Suite no. 3 in D major. The writer leads the reader through the sections of the Suite explaining how the instruments are utilized and describing where Bach modulates the music from one key to a contrasting key. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: 90suite3.rtf
Ann Patterson / Jazz Musician
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A 5 page paper about Ann Patterson and her role in the world of jazz. The writer explores the strides she has made for other women in jazz, including those women in her band, Maiden Voyage. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Annpatt.wps
History of Modern Music After 1920
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This 5 page paper is an informative journey through music from 1920 until the modern day. There is brief coverage of all the decades since the 1920's with examples of the contemporary styles of the day, including music by Stravinsky, Jazz, Modern, Blues, Rock and Roll, RAP and Punk. The bibliography cited 4 sources
Filename: TEmodmus.doc
How Billie Holiday Influenced Jazz
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In 6 pages, the writer discusses Billie Holiday and her influence on jazz. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Howbill.wps