Western Film class Essays due 5/15

1. Compare and contrast Ringo (Stagecoach) with Ethan (The Searchers) AND either Josey Wales or William Munny. Make sure to discuss their basic character traits, their motivations, and who and how they interact with others. Look for similarities and differences.


2. How are the films Unforgiven and The Outlaw Josey Wales both similar and different?


3. Examine and explain the differences and similarities in how Native Americans are portrayed in Stagecoach, The Searchers and The Outlaw Josey Wales.

4. Select your own topic. You must present me an idea for approval before you begin.


All papers should use direct examples from the films to support your arguments.

Plagiarized papers (or any portion) will result in ZERO grades with no chance for a re-write.

Rewrites will be assigned a new grade not withstanding any late penalties. If a re-write is required and it is not turned in by Thursday June 12th the paper will be counted as a ZERO. Please remember that no Incompletes will be given. All work must be turned in by 1:45pm on June 12th.

Late papers will be penalized 10% off for each school day they are late. Late penalties begin at 12:40pm.


Due: Thursday, May 15 AT THE START OF CLASS.