Analyse, Comment, Review - Scheme of Work on Short Films (SOW) (KS3/KS4)

A full scheme of work (11 lessons) that focuses primarily on the topic Analyse, Comment and Review. This scheme of work explores the features used in a range of short films. Throughout this scheme of work, pupils will learn to comment, analyse and review elements of film, such as mise en scène, music and connotations. This scheme of work will equip the pupils with the skills needed to complete a summative assessment on a review of a short film. I have used this lesson for both my KS3 and KS4 English classes and have differentiated appropriately to suit the needs of all students.

List of learning objectives explored throughout this scheme of work:

1. L.O: To understand the features of a film review.
2. L.O: To understand genre and be able to identify different varieties.
3. L.O: To analyse the different features used in a film trailer.
4. L.O: To explore how character is created without dialogue in film.
5. L.O: To develop a knowledge of foreshadowing. (*Disclaimer: Contains one expletive.)
6. L.O: To develop a knowledge of and analyse Mise en Scène.
7. L.O: To understand how tension is created through music.
8. L.O: To develop our understanding of the different types of sound used in film.
9. L.O: To comment on a poem that has been adapted to film.
10. L.O: To understand the term connotations and consider how it is used in film.
11. L.O: To complete a detailed review on the film ‘Lovefield’.