Video essays make arguments about a film or films by combining language with moving or still images, sounds, and graphic elements through editing and recording (like memes, gifs, and platforms like Snapchat and Instagram).
Your assignment is to create a 2- 3 minute video essay about the greatest performance you have ever seen in a film, for example Denzel Washington in Fences, Regina Hall in Girls Trip or Tyler Perry in Boo. consider critique for the movie as well
Step 1. State your thesis. This is your main argument.
Step 2. Use evidence/specific examples to support your argument like quotes from movie reviews and box office numbers. Be sure to include memes, gifs, clips from the film, music or anything that supports your thesis.
Step 3. Wrap it up! “In conclusion…” “Therefore…”
This assignment will be graded on:
Clarity – can we understand and hear what you are saying? How well you support your argument. Creativity
