View a movie that has the Middle Ages as its theme. Write a twoto
threepage
paper about
that film covering the following information:

A. Bibliographical Information
This should be at the beginning of the paper and should include the name of the
film, the year it was released, major stars, and the name of the director.

B. Summary
Summarize the major topics, events, ideas, and time periods covered in the film.
The summary should be no more than one page in length.

C. Comparison
Compare and contrast the film with information in your textbook and on‐line
lessons concerning the same time period or event. Give specific examples of
similarities and differences.

D. Evaluation
Evaluate the movie as an historical source. Does the screenwriter appear to
have researched the time period thoroughly? Are there any weaknesses in the
film when viewed from an historical aspect?
Remember the departmental competency:

Compose critical analysis of historical developments, incorporating originality of
expression, a command of the English language and proper syntax, proper punctuation, and
proper grammar usage.

films you may choose from include:

The Return of Martin Guerre
Henry V
The Lion in Winter
A Man for All Seasons
The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc
Ivanhoe
A Knight’s Tale
Robin Hood
Robin and Marion
The Seventh Seal
Braveheart
Excaliber
The Name of the Rose
Timeline
Becket
Anne of A Thousand Days
Kingdom of Heaven
Tristan and Isolde