Appalachian Film Studies

Appalachian Film Studies Order Description Go to https://www.appalshop.org/ami/ami-video-gallery/#/id0 and choose and watch one Appalachian film that appeals to you (most are about 15 minutes). Next, write a clear and cohesive script that details the following succinctly (remember that approximately 1,300 words equals close to 15 minutes of speaking): Which movies did you choose to watch this week and why? (Note: please don’t discuss Coal Miner’s Daughter; instead, focus only on the movies you chose.) What is the primary hillbilly figure found in each of your chosen movies? In your chosen Appalshop documentary? Which overall picture of Appalachia do you find the most compelling, the most appropriate and/or the most successful, and why? Which movie is quite simply the best and why? Why do recommend that we watch it? Critique at least two aspects of your other movie, the one you didn’t choose as your favorite, using at least three key terms from Film Studies. Introduce us briefly to the movie you chose as your favorite. Why is it important and what message can we take away from it? Now you are going to film yourself reading your script. Consider your background and your lighting, the time of day, and your setting. Consider your “costume” and appearance, and any props if necessary. You can film yourself using either a smart phone or tablet or a webcam using a program like Screencast-o-Matic (which has an option to record a webcam, or your computer screen and a webcam if you want to create slides to go along with your acting). Act out your script—as in, speak clearly, with great enthusiasm and energy. Command the attention of your audience. Make sure your film is no longer than 15 minutes.