Perform an extensive inquiry into the relevant contexts (e.g. cultural, historical, national, economic, generic, ideological, or aesthetic) of a contemporary film of your own choosing in order to make an insightful argument about its success and/or significance.
To what cultural moment does this film respond? What tensions does it reveal? Where does it stand in relation to its creators other work? Situate the film within those contexts that help illuminate its meaning, and use apt, credible theories and well-researched evidence to support and develop your insights.
A successful essay will not simply repeat an existing opinion about a film but rather would contribute to the existing conversation about the film by complicating, contradicting or extending other credible points of view.
Note: You will need to perform outside research for this essay and include quotes from at least two sources about the film in your essay.
Word count: 1,000.
