Read the play Everyman. Think of a 20th or 21st century drama (play, film or television show) that best resembles a medieval morality play with a modern “everyman.”
Write a paper (about 750 words) analyzing a modern “everyman” morality play, explaining why it contains elements of a morality play and why the main character is an “everyman.” Discuss the characteristics of the modern “everyman” and the journey he/she takes (it may be towards Death, or it may not). Identify the other characters in the drama and what they might represent. Conclude by comparing the historical and cultural context of both dramas and how it influences the setting, characters and plot (problem and resolution) of each.Medieval Movie Review Paper Planner
Introduce by stating title of movie and brief plot summary
1-2 sentence plot summary
After viewing the movie, evaluate the medieval elements you noticed in the film. State what the element
was, elaborate on why it is medieval, and evaluate how accurate you think the filmmaker was in his/her
depiction of medieval times.
Overall review of the movie/conclusion
IDENTIFY and EVALUATE
Emphasis on religion?
Feudalism?
Monasticism?
Courtly love/chivalry?
Christian/Islamic art?
Costuming?
Historical references?
Architecture?
Music?
Other medieval elements?
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