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Violence and Sex in Movies, 2002.
This paper asserts that movies portray an abundance of sex and violence because this is what the audience wants.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 89.95
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This essay discusses how movies portray violence and sex because doing so meets a demand. But this phenomenon is more complicated because the desires of audiences are very much shaped and molded by certain forces.
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Useful Violence in Movies, 2006.
This paper discusses the role of useful excessive violence in the films "Natural Born Killers" directed by Oliver Stone and "Seven" directed by David Fincher.
2,315 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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The paper explains that excessive violence is used in the films "Natural Born Killers" and "Seven" to criticize the flaws of society. The author points out that, as opposed to films that use senseless violence with a killer that is inevitably deemed psychotic, the villains in these films are supported as educators. The paper relates that the protagonist villains in "Natural Born Killers" fight perpetuated myths and tolerances such as the media, which destroys minds. The author explains that, in "Seven", a killer wants to make the world aware of how far society has gone off track by committing murders according to the seven deadly sins, such as gluttony and greed. The paper concludes that violence in movies is meaningful when it conveys an important meaning that would otherwise not be understood without such necessary violence.
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"There are two ways John Doe is supported in this film. One is by Detective Somerset played by Morgan Freeman. Somerset is a wise veteran cop who has lived in this town a very long time. Somerset is the star of the movie and understands and to some extent agrees with John Doe's message. Somerset explains to Mills why he is retiring, "I just don't think I can continue to live in a place that embraces and nurtures apathy as if it was a virtue." During each murder, Somerset realizes each sin and the significance of each killing."
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Media Violence and "The Color Purple", 2007.
A look at the effect of violence through media with a focus on the depiction of family violence in the movie "The Color Purple".
1,255 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper examines how the movie "The Color Purple," is a prime example of the numerous facets of family violence. It discusses how the entire movie is a depiction of various levels and types of family violence together with spousal abuse, adultery, lies and deceptions. It discusses how movies continually influence one's life and how the whether the impact is positive or negative is determined by what we watch and what we perceive through viewing those movies. The paper also discusses how violence on television has continued to cause problems in common households, by giving young children ideas of how to attempt more perfect crimes, or crazy wacky stunts, abuse and neglect.
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"Javier, Herron & Primavera report on studies completed in their article that support the negative impact on behavior that television has had as well as how it continues to increase in severity. They report that the findings from the field and correlational studies provide a distinct and important perspective on the issue. According to these findings, aggressive content on television could have a paradoxical impact on the viewer depending upon his/her intrinsic characteristics. For instance, boys who watched only nonviolent television programs were generally more aggressive than those who watched violent television programs, although violent programs were more popular than the nonviolent programs. "
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Violence in Film, 2005.
A comparison of the issues of violence in two movies - "Bowling for Columbine" and "Elephant".
1,036 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses the different approaches of persuasion in the two movies "Bowling for Columbine" and "Elephant". Particular emphasis is placed on poetic and argumentative rhetoric. The paper focuses on the way that the movies deal with the issue of violence in society.
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"Violence is a problem that every society has experienced as far back as we have any evidence of humans living in groups; ancient man with their skulls bashed in, the crusades, world wars and many others are just a few examples. One may even argue that it is in human nature to commit violence upon one another to create a hierarchy such as many animals do, however living in a society requires to get rid of the impulses driving such behavior because the essential reason for the existence of societies is to achieve a level of safety and security that can otherwise not be reached. The question that logically follows from this is how does society affect the level of violence of all its members? Assuming that one can consider different countries as different societies it is legitimate to compare different countries in order to try to answer this question."
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Violence in Society, 2002.
A discussion on the increase of violence in society today, the causes (television, movies) and possible solutions.
2,517 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper introduces and discusses the concept of violence in society, and its causes. Specifically, it discusses the contribution of violence on television and in the movies to violence in society, and the ways families can create a safe, violence free environment for their children.
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"Violence in American society has taken a dramatic increase in recent years. Acts of "road rage," "air rage," and "sports rage" are much more common today than they were even ten years ago. Worse, these violent and aggressive acts often take the lives of others, simply over an act of rage or anger that could have been avoided. Why is America such a violent and angry society? Many researchers believe that some of the responsibility for the problem lies with the television and motion picture industries, whose license to create increasingly violent content no longer seems to be questioned. Does violence on television and in the movies really cause more violence in society? If so, what can individuals and society do about it? Many have attempted to answer these questions, but the problem clearly still exists."
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Desensitization to Violence, 2006.
This paper examines how the film "Natural Born Killers" desensitizes its audience to violence.
1,523 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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In this article, the writer points out that the film industry thrives on violence that desensitizes its viewers. The writer notes that 'Natural Born Killers', directed by Oliver Stone, works to show how this desensitization occurs. The writer discusses that Stone does this through the use of music, television, the media, and an interwoven love story. The paper further relates that, as told by Stone in some behind the scenes commentary, the film is a satire critiquing its own genre of violent movies, and interrogates how violence works in films. The writer concludes that Oliver Stone's 'Natural Born Killers' is a film that points the finger at itself in terms of the argument about violence in movies. The writer maintains that the film shows its viewers how today's films stray from the meaningful use of death and violence and move towards mindless minutia that is basically fed to society.
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"In specific scenes, music diverts the attention of the viewer away from the fact that the main characters Mickey and Mallory Knox are killing people. During the first scene of the movie, Mickey shoots a cook at a small diner. While the bullet is in the air, the scene turns to black and white and shows the heavy set cook screaming, but an opera singer is played instead of an actually person screaming. Just before the bullet hits the cook, it pauses for a second, similar to a cartoon. These things cause the viewer to think of this action as funny instead of horrific. Since the cook is a heavy person and opera singers are commonly stereotyped as big people, this makes for a successful joke. Also the way the bullet pauses in mid-air just before it hits the cook is funny since cartoons commonly use the method of delaying an impact to give time for the victim to show a funny face. These strategies make the viewer think that this behavior is funny and acceptable since it is presented in a humorous way. Mickey also strikes an escaping man in the back with a knife. The same tactic is used here; while the knife is flying through the air, an opera singer is played again. After the chaos is finished, Mickey and Mallory start to ballroom dance in the diner. The lights dim and classic ballroom music is played."
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Children and Television Violence, 2007.
This paper describes the effect violence in the media, mainly television and movies, has on children and society as a whole.
1,268 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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In this article, the writer goes into detail about the three main components that affect children concerning violence on television. The writer notes that these effects can last a lifetime and greatly impact society as a whole. The paper then discusses the catharsis theory,which claims that televised violence does not have negative effects as other researcher have claimed. The writer concludes that the accumulated experimental findings on the effects of TV violence do not support the catharsis theory and its conclusions.
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Aggressive Attitudes and Behaviors
Becoming Desensitized to Real World Violence
Developing a Fear of Being Victimized by Violence
Conclusion
The Catharsis Theory
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"The first step in learning aggressive attitudes and behaviors is accepting violence as a way to solve problems. On television, violence is the attractive, effective, and preferred solution to most conflicts. Violence is usually portrayed as justified, that is, the good guys win and the bad guys lose. Problems are usually solved rapidly and violently, and violent or other anti-social behaviors go unpunished. The good guys are very often no more appropriate role models for young children than the villains themselves. The result is that many American children are more familiar with violent, aggressive, and anti-social approaches to solving problems. For some, television at its worst, is a terrible influence on a child's mind, an influence that upsets moral balance and makes a child likely to have aggressive behavior as it warps his or her perception of the real world. Some psychologists and psychiatrists feel that continued exposure to such violence might unnaturally speed up the impact of the adult world on the child. This can force the child into a kind of premature maturity. As the child matures into an adult, he can become bewildered; have a greater distrust towards others, a superficial approach to adult problems, and even an unwillingness to become an adult."
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Violence and Media, 2001.
An argumentative paper against media accusations for violence in youth with suggestions of other sources of violence.
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This paper talks about how the media portrays violence in children. The author argues that the media claims violence is caused by movies or television and provides evidence why this is not accurate, suggesting other reasons why violence in children has developed over the past century.
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"One morning a high school student named Kip Kinkle woke up, and chose to shoot his parents in his own home. He then proceeded to school and shot his way through Thurston High School cafeteria. No one believed that such a tragic event could happen more than once. The media portrayed the event in great detail. They outlined the actions of Kinkle, telling his story in almost a heroic fashion and detailing his killing spree. Just one year later, the mass attacks by two students at Columbine High School in Colorado has resulted in attempts to understand the influence the media has on shaping personal views of violence and the implications of copycat crimes."
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Violence, 2002.
An overview of the portrayal of violence as social outrage in literature and the movies.
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This paper addresses the issue of violence as an expression of social outrage. Two films are referenced: "Falling Down" and "American History X". The book "Violence - Our deadly epidemic and its causes" by James Gilligan will also be mentioned as a reference text.
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Impacts of Media Violence, 2008.
This paper discusses the impact of violence in the media on children.
1,416 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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In this article, the writer notes that mass media plays an important role in our every day lives. The writer then discusses that since violence is a 'staple' in movies and computer games and on television the question of how one responds to the massive amounts of violence portrayed in mass media is of great concern. The writer notes that there seems to be a consensus amongst scientists that violence on television and video games can increase aggression both in children and adults, although there is a minority of researchers who point out the limitations of the research conducted. The writer maintains that most research has shown that children's exposure to violence in the mass media can have short-term as well as lifelong consequences. The writer concludes that the violence shown in the media can be learned and copied especially by children, but how that violence is portrayed is also very important.
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"Studies have shown that children as well as adults by repeatedly and often watching violence on television may become less sensitive to the pain and suffering of the victims and others in general. This can make them emotionally desensitized towards violence in real life, and may decrease the likelihood that as they get older they will assist a real victim when violent crime occurs. Research done in this area has shown that people watching violent scenes on TV have relatively intense physiological responses at the beginning; with repeated exposure these are reduced.
"Viewing violence and television can also cause fear. This feeds a perception that the world is a violent and mean place, which can increase fear of becoming a victim of violence."
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Teen Movies, 2002.
An exploration of so called teen movies as a proper movie genre.
1,039 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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The paper provides a brief history of the concept of genres in the movie industry and examines how the movie industry has eventually realized and acknowledged the preferences of the teen masses as being one of the more advantageous and prolific market segments to be targeted. It analyzes how the depiction of teen movies as a separate genre allow for a much higher degree of diversity than ever before, especially within the film industry.
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Introduction
Evolution of the Electronic Entertainment Industry
The Introduction of Various Movie Genres
Introduction of the Teen Movie Trend
Contemporary Relevance of Teen Movies
Changing Trends and Teen Movies as a Genre
Conclusion
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"This implementation of a crossover of genres is something that continues within today?s version of teen movies, something that becomes increasingly evident when taking into consideration some of the contemporary such movies. Take into consideration, for instance, American Pie, a contemporary version of your typical teen movie. A get-laid-by-prom-night, teenage sex comedy, which largely follows the sexual misadventures of a number of adventurous high-schoolers, this movie, with its excessive ammo of extreme raunchiness, teen vulgar, sex jokes and toilet humor; is neither as humorous or engaging as the media would probably lead one to believe."
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Self-Realization and Violence, 2004.
This paper discusses that Flannery O? Connor?s short story, ?A Good Man is Hard to Find?, and the movie, ?Fight Club?, directed by David Fincher, contain similar elements concerning self-realization through the premise of violence and circumstance.
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This paper explains that there are significant parallels between the characters in the film and the story, including how they conduct themselves and the transitions they go through that lead to the eventual discovery of their own suppressed character aspects. The author points out that the major differences is the rationale for actions committed by the counter-characters and the character personalities that prevail. The author relates that these two works are prime examples of what people will go through to conceal what they have inhibitions about being.
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"The most significant characters in these two works are the Grandmother and The Misfit of ?A Good Man is Hard to Find? and the Narrator (Jack) and Tyler Durden of ?Fight Club?. The Grandmother and Jack are alike in the ways that they attempt to maintain their respectable lives. The Grandmother tries to be sweet and good-natured as she feels a lady ought to be. She lightly attempts to convince her son Bailey to go to Tennessee instead of Florida by coming up with a list of reasons to change his mind, instead of exercising her authority over him as his mother. She makes no attempt to discipline her grandchildren and ignores their rude disrespectful remarks toward her. The Grandmother wishes to take her cat along, but instead of expressing her wishes to her son, she furtively conceals the cat so as not to cause a disagreement."
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Youth Violence, 2006.
This paper examines the various reasons behind youth related violence, which has been steadily increasing in America.
1,219 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper discusses the recent rise in youth violence across the U.S., while supplying data and statistics relevant to this particular topic. This paper analyzes the cause and effect of youth related violence, from a psychological, social and anthropological standpoint. The writer contends and proves that certain social situations within the school system contribute to juvenile delinquency. This paper examines the views and opinions of researchers who believe the cause of youth violence to be internal and that problems arise from the psychological aspect of the individual. This paper also delves into the media's impact on juvenile related crimes. This paper discusses the lack of proper supervision on today's youth, which results in their gaining access to a wide range of unsuitable material, including television, movies and video games that depict high levels of violence.
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"Coinciding with this need to manipulate situations, researchers also point to the possible reason for youth violence of retaliation. The APA states that, in some cases, violence is used again those who have harmed the individual, or the family, friends, or business of the individual. In an effort to "even" the playing field, youths may use handguns or other weapons to retaliate against wrongs done against them, in an effort to maintain their pride and dignity. Other researchers note that violence is a learned psychological behavior. In over 60 percent of juveniles arrested for violent behavior, the youths noted violent episodes in childhood, including having a parent arrested for violent crime, sexual abuse, verbal abuse, incidents of physical abuse, or violence against friends or family."
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Children and Violence, 2001.
This paper looks at the influence of media violence on children.
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This paper explores studies that research the influence on children of violence in the media: television, movies and video games. The author discusses how although such violence affects youngsters, entertainment violence is not the sole factor contributing to youth aggression, anti-social attitudes and violence. Family breakdown, peer influences, the availability of weapons and numerous other factors may all play a part.
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"The effect of media violence on our children is no longer open to debate. The exceedingly violent portrayals on the media in form of films, documentaries and even cartoons have firmly placed the media in the midst of a controversy with far reaching effects. Researchers have determined that exposure to media portrayals of violence increases aggressive behavior in children and arguing against this link is useless. America's youngsters are being exposed to increasing amounts of media violence through television, movies, video games, and popular music. Video game violence, children's cartoons, and music lyrics have become increasingly graphic. Action films depict anatomically precise murder, rapes and assaults and video games detail bodies being blown apart, splattering blood and body parts on walls and floor."
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