Spring Assessment

Candidate A

WWW:

- related to theories such as Levi Strauss.

- good use of examples (e.g. from Russia with love)

- excellent use of connotations (e.g. wearing black connotes power)

EBI:

- more consistent use of theories

- mention facial expression

- mention more binary oppositions

Band 5 - 9 marks

Candidate B

WWW:

- theories used such as Levi Strauss

- stated detailed examples e.g. gun is pointing towards the title

- understanding connotations

EBI:

- mention extra theories

- more detailed information

- meanings are direct

Band 3 - 6 marks

Candidate C

WWW:

- plenty of examples

- mention theories (e.g. Alvardo's, binary oppositions)

- mise-en-scene (e.g. High key lighting)

· EBI:

- analysis of film poster is rational not sensitive

- more reliable use of terminology

- mention more consistently what the audience

Band 4 - 8 marks

Candidate A

WWW:

- excessive knowledge about the context of the film

- good use of examples (e.g. trailer, logo)

- good understanding of Straight Outta Compton (e.g. produced by Legendary Pictures)

· EBI:

- theories (e.g. Curran and Seaton)

- more detail when discussing the trailer and posters

- talk about synergy

Band 4 - 7 marks

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