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

Defining What Is and What Is Not a Tragic Hero: A Study of Willy Loman and Prince Hamlet
A 9 page paper which critically defines a tragic hero and examines to what extent each of the protagonists of Arthur Miller
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Radio & Maslow's Theory
A 5 page research paper that examines the film Radio in psychological terms, drawing on the theory of human behavior developed by Abraham Maslow. The writer argues that this film exhibits several psychological principles, which illustrate human...
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Symbolism in Tennessee Williams
A 6 page paper which examines the playwright
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Meaning & The Matrix
A 6 page essay that discusses meaning in the Matrix saga. The writer argues that while the movies are escapist entertainment, they nevertheless say a great deal about a fundamental human characteristic, which is that individuals tend to look outside...
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Avenue Q, Joe Turner & Aristotle
A 3 page essay that discusses Avenue Q, a Broadway play that is as study in pop culture. Aristotle's six elements of drama are plot, character, diction, music, thought and spectacle (McManus, 1999). While Aristotle wrote in relation to the ancient...
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Fragile as Glass
This 4 page paper discusses the way in which the device of memory in Williams' play "The Glass Menagerie" informs viewers expectations of the work. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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The Life and Music of George Harrison (1943-2001)
An 8 page paper which examines George Harrison
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Fifty Years of Racist Messages in Motion Pictures
A 6 page paper which examines two films from each decade (from 1950s until 1990s) in terms of how these films portray racism and bigotry through subliminal or hidden messages or cues. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Michael Moore's Rhetorical Style
This 8 page paper examines the rhetorical techniques Michael Moore uses as he takes us along on his various crusades against social injustice. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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Eugene Ionesco's "Rhinoceros"
A 5 page paper which examines the importance of individuality in Eugene Ionesco's play "Rhinoceros." No additional sources cited.
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South African Film Industry
This 5 page paper discusses reasons why a South African film student might want to come to the United States to study, and what that means for the people left behind. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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"Tap"
A 3 page paper which examines the film "Tap" starring Gregory Hines as it relates to tap dancing. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Biff and Willy in "Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller
A 3 page paper which examines the relationship between Biff and Willy in Arthur Miller's play "Death of a Salesman." No additional sources cited.
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The History of the Harpsichord
A 7 page paper which examines the history of this complex instrument, past and present. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Religious Education & Dramatic Arts
An 8 page research paper that examines religious education as taught through children writing and producing their own plays. Today, religious educators face a formidable task, as it is their goal to present the Bible and its stories in a way that is...
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