Collaborative in-class writing exercises

Critical Analysis of Raise the Red Lantern


Step 2: Brainstorming

Watch the film clips and use the opportunity to practice taking notes while watching a clip. Write down your first impressions. The passage does not have to be a coherent narrative. Pay special attention to the roles of cinematic space and architecture in the development of the narrative in the film.

Clip 1: Songlian arrives at the Chen family compound

 

Write down your thoughts and reactions to the clip.



Clip 2: Courtyards, walls, and lanterns

 

Write down your thoughts and reactions to the clip.



Clip 3: The family ritual

 

Write down your thoughts and reactions to the clip.


 

                                                                                                                               

 

 

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