I have chosen to tackle this video essay for numerous reasons. Firstly, the film had a major impact on my worldview and the way in which I prioritize what is important to me. There are not many films that have touched me in the way that Into the Wild ha s. Secondly, the real-life application of transcendentalism – the belief that people and nature are inherently good , and that industrial society and institutions are corrupting their purity – has become a point of great contention. Into the Wild is unique in that it highlights both the tremendous good and terrible contradictions of a lifestyle that subscribes to the ideals of Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson. Thirdly , I believe that the cinematography and musical accompaniment of the film directly benefit the way in which an audience interprets and emotionally responds to the philosophy. The soundscape of the film is incredibly creative, particularly when crafting spaces. ...
Into the Wild - Video Essay Analysis For my Independent Project, I will be completing a 10 minute video essay analysis on the film Into the Wild . This is one of my favourite films, and the idea for this assignment was born from an essay that I wrote for a different module. I found this essay's constraints, that being 500-700 words, very constricting and it did not do the film justice. This is the short essay that I wrote for the module, and it will form the general jist of what I'm trying to achieve. While it'll be the inspiration for the video essay, I'm sure I'll develop my points better and delve into avenues that aren't even mentioned.
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