Academic papers on Music, Film, Television, Theater & Photography

Non-Western & Western Music
A 3 page research paper that contrasts and compares Western and non-Western music. The writer also discusses how music preserves cultural identity and how it cross-pollinates to produce new genres. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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"Shortbus"
This 3 page paper discusses some of the issues raised in the new film "Shortbus." Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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History of Theatrical Lighting
This 8 page paper traces the various types of lighting used in theatrical productions and argues that electric light changed the entire concept of theatrical presentation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Communities/Societies in 4 Films
A 6 page essay that discusses 4 films and how each one encompasses the concept of community. The films are Black Hawk Down, Hotel Rwanda, Deep Impact and The Village. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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August Wilson: "Fences"
This 3 page paper explores the characters of Cory and Lyons in the play "Fences" and their similarities and differences to each other and to their father. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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The 24th Annual Arkansas Bean Fest and Annual Outhouse Races
This 4 page paper discusses some of the music played at the Arkansas Bean Feast and Outhouse Race. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Blockbuster Movies And Independent Films: Compare/Contrast
6 pages in length. Blockbuster movies may draw in millions upon millions of revenue dollars over and above their independent - or Indie - counterparts, but that is not because they are intrinsically better in quality, plot or underlying message;...
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The Social Impact of Gangsta Rap
This 5 page paper discusses the impact of gangsta rap, and argues that the genre does in fact harm women and encourage violence, though indirectly, by creating a culture in which such acts are acceptable. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Gender and Film: "Senorita Extraviada"
This 4 page paper discusses the film "Senorita Extraviada" about the rape and murder of young girls in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, and the relationship between the crimes and the idea of gender as a social construct. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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"What About Bob?"
A 3 page paper discussing the ethics of the behavior of mental health professionals as portrayed in this 1992 Bill Murray comedy. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Beth Henley's "Am I Blue" - Critical Analysis
4 pages in length. To Ashbe, having the right friends means acceptance in today's world; however, she is considered an outcast worthy only of being teased and ridiculed by the very group by which she wants to be accepted. Her self-esteem plummets...
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The Top 5 Global Media Companies: Ownership, Corporate Linkage and Political and Cultural Implications
A 12 page discussion of the structure and influence of the media in world affairs. This paper delineates the corporate ownership of the top five media corporations and identifies their their western roots. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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A Second Look at "Good Will Hunting"
This 3 page paper revisits the popular film "Good Will Hunting" to examine the ego functions of Sean and Will, and to discuss other aspects of their relationship. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Life and Works of Puccini
This 5 page paper examines the life of this great composer. La Boheme and many of his other works are discussed. Many little known facts about this well known author is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Ferdinand and Regan/Goneril
This 3 page paper is a character analysis of Ferdinand from "The Duchess of Malfi" and Goneril and Regan, eldest daughters of King Lear. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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