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CRITICAL ANALYSIS TEMPLATE


In making a critical analysis about a movie, you systematically evaluate a work’s
effectiveness including what it does well and what it does poorly. It can be used to discuss a
book, novel, article or an essay. You must watched the movie carefully and may need to look up
scenes or dialogue you are unfamiliar with or research related themes prior to writing your
analysis.

 state the title of the film, director name and the place where the
movie was taken
 provide the synopsis of the film and identify the directors thesis
Introduction  state your own thesis statement and your main idea about the
film

The film directed by __________________ is an excellent film


because…
 briefly outline the main ideas or theme of the film
 should involve who, what, when, why and how
 you may also choose to discuss the plot, style or point of view

 The film is all about…


Summary  The setting is…
 The main character…
 The themes is…
 The director argues that…
 The research was…
 The main points are…
 The movie ends…
 critically state what you like and do not about the film
 explain your ideas with specific examples from the film
(classroom based)
 assess whether the writer and director achieved their intended
goal
 the analysis may look whether the film is
Analysis
 focused, understandable, persuasive, clear, informative
 original, exciting, interesting, well-organized
 directed at the appropriate audience, meeting the
purpose
 well presented, with appropriate ending and more…

The analysis is made up of several different paragraphs


 restate your thesis in new words
 summarize your main ideas if possible with new and stronger
words
Conclusion  include a call to action for your reader

You must see this film because….


The film is not useful because….

Remember critical analysis should be fun! This is your chance to say what you think
about the film, but you must back up your opinions with supporting arguments and specific
details from the text.
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