HOLY TRINITY UNVERSITY

PFEA 603 – Anthropology

2nd Trimester AY 2023-2024

CLASS MOVIE REVIEW TEMPLATE

Movie Title:

Reviewer's Name:

Date:

Introduction:

 Brief introduction of the movie and its genre.

 Background information
 Initial expectations or preconceptions.

Plot Summary:

 Brief summary of the main plot points without giving away spoilers.
 Highlight any twists, key events, or character developments.

Characterization:

 Analyze the main characters' personalities, motivations, and relationships.

 Discuss the actors' performances and how well they portrayed their roles.

Themes:

 Identify and discuss the central themes explored in the movie.

 Explore how these themes are conveyed through the storyline, characters, and visuals.

Cinematography:

 Evaluate the film's visual elements, including camera work, lighting, and overall aesthetics.
 Comment on the use of color, framing, and any memorable visual moments.

Soundtrack:

 Assess the effectiveness of the movie's soundtrack and sound design.

 Discuss how music and sound enhance or impact the viewing experience.

Cultural or Historical Context (if applicable):

 Consider any cultural or historical elements depicted in the movie.

 Discuss how accurately and sensitively these aspects are portrayed.

Overall Impression:

 Share your overall thoughts and feelings about the movie.

 Express whether it met, exceeded, or fell short of expectations.
Rating:

Please rate the movie on the following criteria (on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest):

Plot:

1. Characterization:

2. Themes:

3. Cinematography:

4. Soundtrack:

5. Overall Enjoyment:

Comments:

Provide additional comments or specific examples to support your ratings.

Rating Scale:

 5: Outstanding - The movie excels in all aspects, leaving a lasting impression.

 4: Good - The movie is well-executed with a few minor areas for improvement.
 3: Average - The movie meets expectations but doesn't particularly stand out.
 2: Below Average - The movie has significant flaws affecting the overall experience.
 1: Poor - The movie falls short in various aspects, making it a disappointing watch.
Movie Review Rubric:

2 - Below
Criteria 5 - Outstanding 4 - Good 3 - Average Average 1 - Poor
Exceptionally Clear and Lacks clarity or Incoherent or
Introduction engaging concise Adequate relevance absent
Thorough and Concise and Adequate Incomplete or Missing key
Plot Summary insightful accurate summary inaccurate plot points
Deep analysis Well-developed Adequate Superficial or
Characterization and insight analysis analysis incomplete Lacks analysis
Profound Identifies key Superficial
Themes exploration Clear discussion themes exploration No discussion
Exceptional Insightful Adequate
Cinematography analysis commentary assessment Limited analysis Lacks analysis
Relevant Adequate Superficial Lacks
Soundtrack Detailed analysis commentary evaluation evaluation evaluation
Limited or
Cultural/Historical Relevant Identifies irrelevant No context
Context In-depth analysis discussion context context provided
Negative
Compelling and Positive overall Neutral overall overall No impression
Overall Impression insightful impression impression impression provided
Grammar and Few minor Numerous Numerous
Mechanics No errors errors Some errors errors errors

Overall Rating:

 5: Outstanding - Exceptional analysis and insight, with no or very few errors.

 4: Good - Solid analysis and insight, with minor errors.
 3: Average - Adequate analysis and insight, with some errors.
 2: Below Average - Limited analysis and insight, with numerous errors.
 1: Poor - Lacks analysis and insight, with significant errors.