For this assignment, you will have 2 options: 1: You may analyze a popular movie, novel, or television show that demonstrates conflict among relationships. The film or novel reviewed should demonstrate either a romantic, (The Notebook) familial (Little Miss Sunshine), or friend relationship (Bridesmaids) that experiences conflict of some form. 2. You may analyze a relationship in your own life if you feel comfortable doing so. Your paper will be expected to follow proper organization patterns, including a clear introduction, a body with thoughtfully organized main points, and a conclusion. Introduction: Should preview the paper: what book or movie will you be reviewing? Why did you choose this story or relationship to analize? What points will you be discussing in your paper? Identify/introduce the couple and the situation. What kind of romantic relationship does the couple demonstrate? Or what kind of family/family relationship is demonstrated? What kind of friendship is demonstrated? (you only have to pick 1 of these 3). Analyze the conflict that occurs in the relationship throughout the movie/book. What type of conflict occurs? What are the power dynamics demonstrated in the relationship? How does the couple/family handle or fail to handle conflict? What strategies could the couple/family have used to more effectively handle conflict? What strategies could the couple or families have used to better maintain their relationship?
