Auteur Theory
Explain auteur theory Describe the criteria for what makes a director an auteur. Identify a director who meets the criteria posed by auteur theory Summarize briefly the ways in which this director meets those criteria using examples from at least two of the directors films. Apply the lens of auteur theory in breaking down the directors technical competence, distinguishable personality, and interior meaning using specific examples of his/her work (e.g., particular scenes or plot components). Analyze the specific ways in which filmmaking techniques, consistent themes, and storytelling distinguish your chosen director as an auteur among his/her peers. The Directors and Auteur Theory paper Must be 900 to 1200 words in length and formatted according to APA style (Links to an external site.) Must include an introduction and conclusion paragraph. Your introduction paragraph needs to end with a clear thesis statement that indicates the purpose of your paper. Must utilize academic voice Must use at least two scholarly sources Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style