For this progress evaluation, you will write two sequence analyses. Each analysis should be between two and one-half to three double-spaced, typed pages (650–750 words). One analysis should examine a sequence from The Graduate, and the other analysis should examine a sequence from American Beauty. Compile both of your sequence analyses into one document for uploading. Select sequences from each film in which elements of mise-en-scène are prominent. Do not try to restrict your analysis of cinematic style only to elements of mise-en-scène, but mise-en-scène should be the focus. That is, mise-en-scène should be the key stylistic details that give substance to your argument Choose a sequence that lasts about two to four minutes. A sequence is a series of shots somehow logically connected in terms of 1.their common locale or setting; and/or 2.their relation to one dramatic moment in the plot (i.e., a "scene"); and/or 3.their common function in terms of furthering plot development

- 5-7pg (without the work cited. So with the work cited page, it's 6-8pg), times new roman, double-spaced, MLA format with work cited page (minimum of 5pg, meaning you must fill the entire firth page in oder for the paper to be considered '5pg paper'. Also maximum of 7pg, meaning I won't read if the paper goes over 7pg.) -Argumentative, Analytical, Opinion-based Essay (not factual or research paper) -I'm looking for an essay that 1. has close reading & analysis and thick description. and 2. follows AXES paragraphing (see the attached handout ***for those who missed the class, PLEASE come see me so I can give you a hand-out packet and explain AXES paragraphing, close reading & analysis and thick description) -Topics must be approved by me. -Be specific. -If you're analyzing a scene from the play, you must read the entire play. -If you're analyzing a selective moment from the performance, you must view the entire performance. -I encourage you to use compare & contras