The film you will be analyzing is Charlie and the chocolate factory
Film Analysis Paper (directions from course syllabus):
Students will write a short analysis (3-page, typed, doubled spaced, single-sided) on a film appropriate
for middle school viewers selected from a list provided by the instructor. Students need to look up and
read the entry on the film in Wikipedia and films reviews from the New York Times, Los Angeles Times
and Roger Eberts website (rogerbert.com). The film analysis should focus on how the film represents
tweens and their concerns and preoccupations. Identify reasons that the film would appeal to a tween
audience and the messages the film coveys to young viewers. Identify the genre of the film and
provide a cultural context for the film. Consider whether you feel the film is a successful or
appropriate for tween viewers and justify your opinion. The film analysis paper should cite the film
and at least one of secondary source about the film.