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

The Demise OF The Minstrel Show
This 10 page paper explores the history and eventual demise of the Minstrel Shows of the 19th century. Bibliography lists six sources.
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This 9 page report discusses Joseph Conrad
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Comparing Bach and Beethoven
A 5 page paper in which the writer compares a the Baroque and Classical eras in music. Using Bach's Fugue in G Minor and the first movement of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony, the writer discusses the distinctive characteristics of each era. No sources...
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Film Comparison/ Sacrifice, Stalker, and Daughters of the Dust
An 8 page essay that reviews and analyzes three movies - The Sacrifice(1988) and Stalker (1979) by Tarkovsky and Daughters of the Dust (1992) by Dash. The writer argues that, in previous eras, individuals with an artistic vision had two mediums in...
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'Blue-Beard' at Covent Garden
A ten page history of the era during the nineteenth century when theater and spectacle merged, as epitomized by the use of horses in a production of 'Blue-Beard' at London's Covent Garden. The role of well-known actor and producer John Philip Kemble...
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Monsieur Hire (A Critical Review)
This 10 page paper takes a look at the 1990 French film in relationship to the novel it is based upon. The book 'Les Fiancailles de Monsieur Hire' by Georges Simenon is discussed in terms of plot, themes and characterization. Bibliography lists 5...
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Sexuality in Films
A 6 page research paper that analyzes the film 'American Beauty' and what it says about the way that American culture perceives sex and gender. The writer also applies sociological theories on gender to messages that the film conveys concerning...
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Mon Oncle Antoine (Film Analysis)
This 5 page paper looks at Claude Jutra's acclaimed film about a boy coming of age in Quebec. Production, plot and themes are discussed in light of the events in the film. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Dennis Potter & the TV Movie, "Son of Man"
A 5 page paper which examines the career of British television writer Dennis Potter, with particular emphasis on his controversial 1969 TV movie on the life of Jesus, "Son of Man," to consider if Potter's aim was to free his audience from being...
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Attitudinal Variations Among Dancers
This 5 page paper focuses on a study which suggests that dancers have prejudices against other genres in the dance world. The article looks at folk, competitive Ballroom, ballet, and modern dance. The paper provides a critical analysis of the...
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Jerome Robbins (1919-1998)
This 5 page discussion considers Jerome Robbins premise, 'When you learn to move your body on a note of music, it's exciting. You have taken control of your body and, by learning to do that, you discover that you can take control of your life.' A...
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Outremer (Overseas) (Film Review)
This 5 page reaction paper to the French film Outremer focuses on the plot. Other aspects of film quality are discussed as well. The historical context, as the film takes place in 1950s Algeria, is emphasized. No additional sources cited.
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Music in the World of Technology
A 6 page research paper that examines the relationship between music and technology. The writer demonstrates how this constitutes a profound cultural change that is not only increasing the availability of music for listening, but also serves to...
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Movie Director, Josef von Sternberg:
This 6 page report discusses the work of Josef von Sternberg (1894-1969) who is best known for the films he created for and with Marlene Dietrich. In fact, his films with her were his most popular and successful, as well as some of his best and...
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The Career of Luciano Pavarotti
A 5 page research paper that focuses on the career of opera star Luciano Pavarotti. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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