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See and read the film notes and the copy of the script Duck Soup. As you watch (and read), notice characteristics of Screwball comedies:
See and read the film notes and the copy of the script Duck Soup. As you watch (and read), notice characteristics of Screwball comedies:
- Mistaken Identities
- Crossdressing
- Romantic storyline or plots (often with the lovers being mismatched)
- Class or economic issues
- Fast-talking dialogue (witty repartee)
- Ridiculous situations
- Farce (sudden or unexpected entrances or exits, physical humor, etc.)
EXTRA CREDIT OPTION: Find at least 1 example of each of these items and be able to explain how these tropes are used in the film to some effect. For extra credit, write a 1-2 page analysis of the film's use of screwball comedy techniques. This will be due by the end of the marking period (next week).
Remember: your silent film projects are due either by Friday, April 12 or by Friday, April 19. No film projects will count for credit after the 19th! Please upload your film to Youtube and send me the URL link (either in this post, next posts or in our Google classroom!)
HOMEWORK: Read the script Duck Soup. Examine the film's screwball comedy techniques. Read the chapter concerning Disney's Snow White. We'll screen this film next class before break.
Remember: your silent film projects are due either by Friday, April 12 or by Friday, April 19. No film projects will count for credit after the 19th! Please upload your film to Youtube and send me the URL link (either in this post, next posts or in our Google classroom!)
HOMEWORK: Read the script Duck Soup. Examine the film's screwball comedy techniques. Read the chapter concerning Disney's Snow White. We'll screen this film next class before break.
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