Vincent Chung
Mr. Francis
ENG 112
20/03/25
Mulan (1998) Film Analysis
Introduction
A. Hook – Engage the reader with an intriguing statement, question, or observation about the film.
B. Background Information – Provide necessary context, including the film’s title, director, year of release, and a brief summary of its premise.
B. Thesis Statement – Clearly state your central argument or interpretation of the film. This should outline the key themes, cinematic techniques, or cultural messages you will analyze.
Body Paragraph #1 – Theme or Narrative Analysis
A. Topic Sentence – Introduce a key theme or narrative element in the film.
B. Evidence – Provide examples from the film (scenes, dialogue, plot points) that support your analysis.
C. Analysis – Explain how the evidence supports your argument. Discuss how the theme contributes to the film’s meaning or cultural significance.
D. Transitional Sentence – Lead into the next point.
Body Paragraph #2 – Cinematic Techniques & Visual Storytelling
A. Topic Sentence – Identify a specific cinematic technique (e.g., cinematography, editing, sound, mise-en-scène) and its impact.
B. Evidence – Describe a key scene where this technique is used effectively.
C. Analysis – Explain how this technique enhances the film’s themes, mood, or character development.
D. Transitional Sentence – Connect to the next analysis point.
Body Paragraph #3 – Characterization & Performance
A. Topic Sentence – Discuss the role of a key character (or characters) and their significance.
B. Evidence – Use moments from the film that highlight their development, relationships, or conflicts.
C. Analysis – Explore how the character(s) contribute to the film’s overall message or subvert genre expectations.
D. Transitional Sentence – Connect to the conclusion.
Conclusion
A. Restate Thesis – Summarize your main argument in a fresh way.
B. Summary of Key Points – Briefly recap the main points of your analysis.
C. So What? Statement – Explain the broader significance of the film. What does it contribute to film history, social commentary, or cultural discourse?