First, you will download and complete the Brazil Scene Analysis Worksheet below, after reviewing a specific scene from the film. This worksheet will help inform the writing assignment on the next page. Follow the steps below to complete this activity. 

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to complete this writing activity for the "information retrieval" scene (1:05:58-1:13:40) in the film (described below). Right now, you will be focusing on the first page of this sheet that states "Narrative Description of Scene." You'll use page two on the worksheet to work out your thesis for the Writing Assignment on the next page.

Complete: Scene Analysis Worksheet

For the completion of this assignment, view the "information retrieval" scene here where Sam begins his first day at the Ministry of Information. (1:05:58-1:13:40) Take notes on the scene by filling out the provided table. For each formal element (framing and lighting, movement, pacing) you will fill out robust notes that will help you develop your argument on the next assignment. 

In the "describe" section, list some observations of cinematic technique that you notice in the scene that relates to the writing assignment prompt.

For "effect," describe how the use of cinematic technique affects the tone or mood of the scene. What does it communicate to the audience?

Finally, in the "significance" section, choose one or two of your most significant observations related to the formal element and describe why you believe that the observation is profound. 

Use this step-by-step process to fill out the worksheet. Upload your completed worksheet below for credit.

Continue on to complete the final part of the writing activity.  

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