Using music to develop themes in the film (Remember The Titans)

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MUSIC

How is music used to add meaning to the plot and themes? for example 'Peace train ...good things to come...ride on the peace train'.

How does the music match the scene and visuals?

Why is the music in this scene? What is happening? Do you enjoy this scene? Why?

Does this scene demonstrate a change or breakthrough in race relations?

THEMES

What themes are shown and developed in this scene?

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT

How have these two characters changed for the better?  The two characters are Gerry and Julius. Who else has changed? At least two other minor characters who appear in the scene.

OTHER SCENES AND MUSIC

Select at least two other songs in the film and explain why the director chose to use them where he did. Consider the Titans song.

USE at least one reference to a song in your ESSAY


Edit   Delete - Last Modified By: JCA at 10/05/2014 4:45:14 PM
MUSIC

How is music used to add meaning to the plot and themes? for example :

'Peace train ...good things to come...ride on the peace train'. 

How does the music match the scene and visuals?

Why is the music in this scene? What is happening? Do you enjoy this scene? Why?

Does this scene demonstrate a change or breakthrough in race relations?

THEMES

Which themes are shown and developed in this scene?

Consider - team work, unity, friendship, tolerance. Any other themes or ideas? 

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT - Gerry and Julius

How have these two characters, Julius and Gerry, changed for the better? Who else has changed? Consider at least two other minor characters who appear in the scene.

OTHER SCENES AND MUSIC

Select at least two other songs in the film and explain why the director chose to use them where he did. Consider the Titans team song.

USE at least one reference to a song in your ESSAY.

REVIEW :

Use any extra time in class to discuss your ideas with peers - review your notes and ask questions.