Gatsby FILM STUDY unit for High School

This swift two-week Film Study, focusing on Baz Luhrmann’s rendition of The Great Gatsby, is tailored for High School English classes, offering students a rapid yet comprehensive review of film techniques and analysis. Featuring pre-viewing and post-viewing inquiries, six interactive activity stations, and written response prompts, this dynamic film unit provides a condensed but enriching exploration of The Great Gatsby.

By immersing themselves in the Gatbsy film, students will gain a deep understanding of its themes, characters, and distinctive cinematic elements. Our user-friendly film study booklet includes all essential worksheets for pre- and post-viewing activities, collaborative station tasks, and writing exercises.

Enhanced with a sample unit plan and teacher notes, this resource empowers educators to facilitate insightful discussions and activities. While detailed answer keys are not provided, the structured tasks ensure intuitive comprehension.

This Great Gatsby High School English Film Study Unit comprises:

A comprehensive 12-page student film study booklet featuring:

• Pre-viewing brainstorming activities
• Viewing questions tailored to The Great Gatsby
• Revision of film techniques
• Exploration of Baz Luhrmann’s Red Curtain Cinema techniques
• Six activity stations focusing on pivotal scenes, relationships, and character development
• Extended written response prompts for deeper analysis

Teacher Resources including:

• A sample two-week film unit plan
• Example notes on mise-en-scène
• Task cards for each activity station**

Ideal for English students seeking to refine their understanding of film analysis and techniques, this unit offers flexibility for integration into existing curriculum or as a standalone module. It also serves as a valuable resource for substitute or relief teachers, ensuring continuity in learning during transitional periods.

*Please note:
*The purchase of the film is required to complete this unit.
*Detailed answer keys for each page are not included, but tasks are scaffolded for ease of comprehension and examples are provided for more challenging exercises.

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