The Diving Bell and the Butterfly

Word Count: 1000 words (+/- 10%, excluding bibliography and footnotes)

Choose a film (The Diving Bell and the Butterfly) related to one of the weekly topics (Formalism and Realism) and craft an argument addressing the following:

• How do selected scenes represent a concept or idea relevant to your topic?
• How do cinematography, sound, mise-en-scne, and editing contribute to meaning in these scenes?
• Focusing on 12 key scenes is acceptable if this allows for more detailed analysis.

Research and Sources

• Conduct extensive research using academic journals, books, or other reputable sources.
• Minimum of 3 academic sources required.
• Sources must be cited in-text and listed in a bibliography.

Theory and Analysis

• Integrate at least one theory (The Auteur Theory) or concept from the module.
• Provide close reading of visual and aural details.
• Include screen captures of selected scenes: Number images sequentially and Provide captions that reinforce your argument