Paper Guidelines

There are several things you can discuss in your paper that relate to the novel you read and the film version of it.  This is an open paper when it comes to subject matter.  It can be a combination of research, review and analysis.  You can:

• ·         Discuss the background and history of Hard Boiled (Noir) fiction.
• ·         Talk about the author and how he (or she) was accepted during his career.
• ·         Review the general plot of the story.
• ·         How does the novel differ from the film version?
• ·         Do the changes in the film version work to the benefit of the story?
• ·         Are there omissions or additions?
• ·         How does this novel (and film) reflect the themes and types of Film Noir.
• ·         Discuss your general opinions of these works and why they do or do not work effectively.

You can deal with any or all of these topics.  Please feel free to add other areas as you see fit.  Please use citations where needed.  They will also reflect the depth of your research.