Study Guide1

STUDY GUIDE 1

Week 1 Guide to Readings and Film Viewing : What You Need to Know

1. How is "East Asian Cinema" defined?

2. What are the popular genres in East Asian Cinema?

3. Who are the great Japanese directors of the 1940's- 60's? What are some of the classic films they directed from this era?

4. Who are some of the key directors in contemporary East Asian cinema? From China? Hong Kong? Japan? Taiwan?

5. What is the role of the director in film making? What are some of her/his responsibilities? What are some of the skills and/or experiences required of a film director?

6.What genre would you classify Pushing Hands? What are the key themes addressed in this film? What are some of the key techniques used to sustain the plot, narrative and human interest in this film?

7. Compare the immigrant experience in Pushing Hands with one of the parallel movies listed on your schedule.