Smetana's 'Sarka,' Mozart's Piano Concert #22, & Schumann's Symphony #3
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5 pages in length. The three composers, seemingly so different, shared a number of characteristics. The three pieces of music are examined (briefly), as is the life of the individual composers. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: 3Compose.rtf

'The Real Malcolm X': TV Presentation
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A 5 page paper which analyzes the presentation of the movie 'The Real Malcolm X,' which was a CBS television program designed to investigate who Malcolm X was, what he stood for, and what he represented to many citizens of the country, if not the world. The paper examines how the movie presented Malcolm X, how they portrayed the Nation of Islam, and how the movie generally addressed all the issues that were of importance to Malcolm X and his followers. Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.
Filename: RAmalxcbs.wps

J.S. Bach's 'A Mighty Fortress Is Our God' / Musical Analysis
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A 5 page research paper and analysis of this famous hymn -- based on an earlier version by Martin Luther. The writer demonstrates how the Lutheran congregational chorale music influenced Bach's work and, specifically, how this hymn can be seen as a representation of Bach Baroque style. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Mightyfo.wps

Mankind/A Medieval Play
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A 5 page analysis of the medieval morality play, 'Mankind.' The writer focuses on the scene in which Mischief holds 'court' as representative of the features of the play. The writer argues that this play is most significant, not for its content, but rather because it indicates the beginnings of professionalism in English drama. No additional sources listed.
Filename: 90mnkind.rtf

Film Analysis / 'Homicide'
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A 6 page analytical discussion of the film 'Homicide' in which writer and director David Mamet explores the emotional struggle of a detective who, in addition to fighting crime, must confront the reality of his own 'Jewishness.' Several examples of Mamet's use of symbolism are presented as well. Bibliography lists 2 supporting sources.
Filename: Homicide.wps