Pick one frame from Dracula (1931) and analyze the mise-en-scene.  Observe the frame.  List everything you see: set design, lighting, camera angle, body language/gestures, costume design, makeup, etc.  Then, narrow the focus.

Assignment:

Pick one frame from Dracula (1931) and analyze the mise-en-scene.  Observe the frame.  List everything you see: set design, lighting, camera angle, body language/gestures, costume design, makeup, etc.  Then, narrow the focus.

Your thesis = Answer one question:

• How do two elements contribute to a specific theme?

or

• How do two elements contribute to a specific characterization?

Pick one.

Length: 2 pages

Format:  Typed, double-spaced.  Use MLA format with name on the left-hand side of first page.

*  Introduction with thesis statement due to the dropbox Thursday, Feb. 15, beginning of class
Possible Points: 2

Create an inverted pyramid for your introduction paragraph.  Start with an “establishing shot.”  Introduce the film in italics:  Dracula (1931).  Then, provide a few general statements about this classic horror film.  Then, narrow the focus and present your thesis statement