HOLLYWOOD 1930-1990 Key text 2 : Bonnie and Clyde

 

Written analysis :    In what ways and to what extent  can Bonnie and Clyde be described as a " New Hollywood " film  ?

Consider date and context of production , content, themes such as sex and violence  , representation of gender,  tone and atmosphere of film, narrative ending , director/producer ,  stars  and casting , subversion of star's image , use of film form and  breaking/following  of rules of classical Hollywood style and demonstrating typical " New Hollywood" techniques

Make reference to  at least two scenes in detail  to support your points.  Openng and closing scenes are particularly effective.

( 800 words minimum )

NEW HOLLYWOOD : Key points

FOLLOW THIS LINK     FOR ESSENTIAL INFORMATION AND EXAMPLES OF NEW HOLLYWOOD.

Use the link above  ( it's the first post of the Bonnie and Clyde page ) and read thoroughly, including watching a selection of the New Hollywood films and the documentaries.

Write a summary of the key elements of New Hollywood and how it contrasts with the classical  Hollywood studio system . Thus should include the following :

1 Reasons for the start of " New Hollywood "

2  How and why the films were different from classical studio system films ( e.g themes, narrative endings violent content  , use of film form , classical style )

3   How was the role and creative influence of the director different from the studio system

Support your points with examples of films and directors.