Citizen Kane

Citizen Kane employs much "depth of field" or "deep focus composition" shots.  In which sequences is this most evident?  What does this technique contribute to the film?

Bride of Frankenstein

In class, the comparison to Christianity was raised as the "monster" could be a Christ figure.  In this scene there is more religious allusions.  Are these comparisons valid or is it more valid to accuse director Whale as being anti-Christian?  (The monster is created by man, not god; the "monster is resurrected from dead first, then crucified).  Finally,  how does Whale use mis-en-scene to communicate these ideas?

Film Production

This course will provide hands-on film making experiences. Students will create their own production from start to finish. They will also learn how to view films critically. The first marking period is focused on film appreciation, film history, and pre-production. the second marking period is focused on production and the third marking period ends with post-production. The completed student films are then aired on local cable access television and distributed to film festivals. 

This blog will serve as your learning log.  Respond to the question posted here.  Be sure to address comments by other users in your blog post.  I will enter the conversation at times before the blog closes and we start a new one.  Our first question is:

To what extent do you believe that the story board is an essential element of movie making?