An Interpretive Claim

For this paper, you may use any film that examines individual identity (racial, sexual, etc.) or history. With this paper you will develop an interpretive thesis and defend it with a minimum of at least three pieces of evidence from the film. Assume your audience has seen the film (you may use a film from class OR you may choose a film on your own. If choosing a film outside of class, make sure that it meets the criteria listed above. I would encourage you to email me regarding your film choice if you are choosing one outside of the films from class. You must have a works cited page. (It is also possible that you might choose to compare and contrast multiple films in this, which is absolutely within the boundaries of the assignment.) Think outside the box a little. It is acceptable to take a mainstream Hollywood film and make interpretive claims regarding history or identity. Below are a couple of examples of some interpretive claims that have been made. (Do not use these examples, create your own.)