The length of your movie review should be around 750 words, which is equivalent to about two to three pages of double-space type. It must be written in MLA format, and must address the following:
- It must express your reaction to the filmIt must refer directly to scenes within the film.General discussion is fine for the overall feel you have about the film, but you must use specific examples to show how you developed your thoughts and reactions.Discuss the intended audience of the film. This means that you should try to explain who this film would show best for: teens? Families? Adults? Children? Then, discuss why you believe this is the best audience for the movie.Discuss the technical aspects of the film.One way to show a sophisticated approach to reviewis if you can talk about things such as cinematography, direction, acting, and script (dialogue).. Do not rely on external sources. This is your personal review of the film, not someone else’s opinion.
Remember, this movie review is your own personal opinion of the movie. Do not use external resources. Instead, rely on your own viewing of the film, and your own reactions to it.
The key to achieving a high grade is a combination of proper grammar/diction, and the ability to justify your opinions by pointing to specific examples from the movie.
It will be graded equally on grammar and diction, and on the clarity of presentation and ideas.