BlacKKKlansman film technique analysis

These resources can be either used as an introduction to film techniques, or as part of a ‘BlacKKKlansman’ unit. It is a workbook based around analyzing the film techniques used in one scene of ‘BlacKKKlansman’.

After watching the clip, students define and identify examples of film techniques. Then, using the graphic organizers, students need to consider the purpose of techniques and how they convey information.

Finally, as a summative assessment, students individually analyse a new scene of their or your choice.

Please be sure to check the rating on this film and make sure it is suitable for your students. This scene, which is incredibly powerful and a good teaching moment for students, does include a description of a lynching, which younger students may find disturbing.