This assignments ask you to reflect on a media text engaged in class. You will choose one of the theoretical perspectives explored in class and use it to analyze the in-class media text.
Content: your submission should include…
1. Introduce the media text (Dallas Buyers Club)
2. Formulate a clear and concise thesis statement (i.e., identify what the text is doing and how it is doing it)
How does the text relate to the queer theory analysis (refer to text book i will attach)
3. Analyze the text using relevant principles discussed in class
Queer theory/ queer theory analysis (in text book)
4. Include a critical conclusion in which you reflect on the text. This might include speculating about the role
your text plays in political affairs, processes of socialization, or US culture generally
Assessed on…
organizational clarity (20 pts)
construction of argument (20 pts)
use of theoretical principles (20 pts)
depth of analysis (20 pts)
proper grammar and rhetorical artistry (20 pts).
typed in Times New Roman 12-point font with 1-inch margins using double spacing.
