Power to the Females
Paper by Rachel Zehnder.
Clueless is a 1995 American comedy film loosely based on Jane Austen’s 1815 novel Emma. Cher Horowitz is the main character, played by Alicia Silverstone. The film is set in the town of Beverly Hills, showcasing the rich, privileged lives of Cher and her best friend, Dionne Davenport, as they play dress up with daddy’s money and are on the rise to be the most popular girls in all of Beverly Hills. Clueless was written and directed by Amy Heckerling and produced by Scott Rudin; it was released in the United States on July 19, 1995. When Clueless made its debut, it was a monumental time, reflecting the rise of third-wave feminism in the 1990s; the new chick flick suggested it was possible to embrace aspects of traditional ‘girlie-girl’ femininity and still be strong, ambitious, and empowered. Clueless could even be claimed as the kick starter to female-based movies like Legally Blonde and Easily A. (Salah). The film spun off a television sitcom and a series of books and depicted an assimilation narrative.
Clueless can fall into multiple genres, including romance, comedy, teen, and coming of age.
The Power of Production: Exploring the Impact of Lighting and Music in the Film ‘Waves’ by Trey Edward Shults
Paper by Fatima Daiane Pereira da Silva.
Introduction
The film Waves (2019) is a powerful exploration of the complexities of family relationships, tragedy, conflicts, and resolution. Directed by Trey Edward Shults, this fictional narrative film takes viewers on an emotional journey through the lives of a family in the United States. The film presents an emotional journey through the lives of an African-American family, searching into the complexities of human relationships. Falling into the drama genre, it is presented in two distinct parts, each with a different focus. The first half follows the story of Tyler (Kelvin Harrison Jr.), a high school student who is struggling to balance his academic, athletic, and social life. The second half of the film shifts its focus to Tyler’s sister, Emily (Taylor Russell), as she tries to manage her life in the aftermath of a tragic event. The film’s emotional intensity and visually striking elements leave a lasting impression on viewers, making them think and explore the human experience (DARGIS, 2019). This production offers a powerful exploration of family relationships and the emotional connection between the past and future. The party scene serves as a
