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Film Asia contains stimulating background information and classroom activities for 15 films selected for use in the Secondary English classroom. This book also offers new entry points to the Studies of Asia curriculum. Combining critical perspectives with teaching and learning ideas, Film Asia supports teachers who wish to embed links to Asia in creative and curriculum-relevant practice.
Through studying these films, students can discover:
- the breathtaking fight scenes of international hit Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon
- the ways Romeo and Juliet inspired a delicious Singaporean mockumentary, Chicken Rice War
- the environmental message of anime masterpiece, Princess Mononoke
- the glorious cinematography of Zhang Yimou, in Yellow Earth.
Each chapter focuses on one film and includes:
- availability, duration and censorship information
- credit and cast lists
- background notes suitable for both teachers and students
- further reference material
- 'Before viewing', 'After viewing' & 'Extension' activities.
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