UNIT 4 MAJOR ASSIGNMENT: A GREAT CITY CREATES

Comparison and Contrast

Directions: Using the template provided, write a 3-5 page typed essay comparing Marathon Man (1976) and another film where New York plays a crucial role in the action. If you cannot think of a suitable film on your own, you may choose one from the list provided. This essay has been partially written for you. I have written all of the sections relating to Marathon Man. It is up to you to fill in the template for your film. Remember to fill in:

• The introduction;
• The landscape of New York;
• The protagonists;
• The background characters;
• Include one still frame photograph from the film you selected. It should have a descriptive caption, and be re-sized to no more than 250 kb. Do not use the poster.
• Conclusions.

Don’t forget: At the very end of your essay, you need to put your references.

Suggested Film List

• Ghostbusters
• Do the Right Thing
• Summer of Sam
• The Warriors
• Stuart Little
• Elf
• Cloverfield
• Wall Street
• Home Alone 2
• Rosemary’s Baby
• The Devil’s Advocate
• Midnight Cowboy
• Breakfast at Tiffany’s
• Taxi Driver
• Spider-man (any)
• Maid in Manhattan

NOTE: In order to complete this assignment to the highest level, it may be necessary to watch the film you selected more than once to take note of every detail. You should consider using your smart phones as a way to find a good screen capture of an important scene from your selected film.