1. Define Australian Films * What they’re * How they’re unique/iconic for…. * History of * Box office success- past, current films * Significant Australian actors- contribution to Australian Film Industry * Quotes/references
2. Define Australian identity and culture * Practical, inventive, fair go etc * Language use, important historical events/people that have shaped us (ANZACs, Ned Kelly etc) * Beach, outback, war, deserts, reef, modern-urban setting * Begin to tie in your chosen film- true representation of Australian Culture * Need to decide on your persuasive angle here (showcase Australia, remember our past, depict Australians at present etc)
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3. Plot outline (brief) and setting- true representation of Australian culture…or what Australian culture once was * Quotes/references
4. Characters discussion * Discuss key characters * It is through the character of……………..that we learn………….. * The character ……………..informs global viewers that Australia is a country that……….. * Larrikins, bravery, loyalty, mate ship, resourcefulness, patience, defiance
5. Themes * It’s best to base your discussions around characters and key scenes from the film * Through this character or this key scene, Australia is represented as a proud nation that…. * Family, love, racism, pride, betrayal, bravery etc
6. Film techniques * Photomontage/Illustrations * Mise-en-scene * Shot types/camera angles etc * Tie all of these discussions back to true representations of Australian culture (beliefs, attitudes, values, people, setting/locations, language use) * In the film, ‘………’ many low shots are utilized in order to depict that………… * Photomontages are employed by the director to suggest that………….
7. Conclusion * Without a doubt the film, ‘………………….’ represents Australian culture truthfully and accurately. This has been proven by my discussions pertaining to plot, characters, themes…….. * Australian films are worth-while. The industry is unique and should be…………. * This film preserves and presents Australian culture in such a way that ………..