Best Movies ever Produced
Assignment: "Best Movies ever Produced
Watch one of the following movies and describe how good storytelling helped make this one of the best movies ever produced.
DO NOT USE A MOVIE YOU'VE WATCHED BEFORE THIS CLASS. "
I chose "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977)"
I am not a Star Wars or Star Trek fan. I have tried watching some of the movies, but have never finished watching one. To me, the storylines are juvenile and predictable, targeting a very young audience. These are the kind of movies I would watch with my eight-year-old Grandson.
So I watched "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977)" from start to finish, and here are my observations:
Honestly, watching it felt like a kids' movie to me, and I don't understand why so many adults are super fans. The story seemed pretty simple, the good guys are super good, and the bad guys are just plain evil. I could usually see what was going to happen next, which made it too predictable. On the plus side, though, that straightforward story is easy to follow, and it gets you rooting for Luke, the Princess, and his buddies right away. Plus, that whole "chosen one" idea, even if it's been done a lot, is still kind of cool and makes you think he's special.
But some of the dialogue felt cheesy, there were no subtitles for when some of the aliens were speaking, and the plot didn't have many twists and turns. Plus, it aggravates me that C3PO doesn’t always translate what R2D2 is communicating. It's like a classic fairy tale in space. Still, that simple good-versus-evil thing is probably why tons of people loved it and still do. It's easy to get into and doesn't make your brain hurt trying to figure out what's going on.
(I am still not a fan)
However, for the Best Movies ever Produced's list, just off the top of my head, I think The Sixth Sense (1999) should be there because it keeps you guessing the whole time and then BAM! That ending just blows your mind, that's some seriously good storytelling.
And The Devil's Advocate (1997): This movie stars Keanu Reeves, a hotshot young lawyer, and Al Pacino, the head of the powerful New York City law firm that hires him. Some seriously good storytelling, with an excellent ending.
And The Thirteenth Floor (1999): This movie messes with your head in a cool way, making you question what's real and what's not. That shows some clever storytelling and leaves you with lingering questions.
Great Storytelling Songs and Videos
Eminem's song "Stan" (2000 ) is a masterclass in telling a story through music. It's like a movie in a song, where you see this fan's obsession grow more and more intense with each letter he mails. The way he uses the lyrics and even the sound effects makes you feel like you're right there watching this whole sad thing unfold. It's super powerful storytelling that sticks with you long after the song ends. Here's the official video: Eminem - Stan (2000)
Another storytelling song is "Lose Yourself" by Eminem. The storytelling is raw and intense, painting a vivid picture of his struggles and the burning desire to seize his opportunity. It's all about that "one shot" and not letting it slip by; it's a message that hits hard no matter who you are. Here's the official video: Eminem - Lose Yourself
Another powerful storytelling song is "Purple Rain" by Prince. Prince uses his incredible epic guitar solo to tell a story that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable. The lyrics paint these hazy, emotional pictures, hinting at a complicated relationship and the pain of saying goodbye, but also holding onto hope and the idea of getting back together. Here's the official video: Prince - Purple Rain
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