1. Introduction Paragraph
There are three main parts:
Hook – get reader’s attention
Transition – provide background information/knowledge to reader on topic
Thesis Statement – tell reader what your paper will be about

2. Background information
Introduction
Broad
Attention grabber
Background information
Thesis
Specific

3. Hook and Transition Ideas
Think about the following questions to consider ways to introduce reader to your topic and provide background information:
Why do we watch movies?
How is it different than reading a book?
How do director’s “tell” their story?
What is Tim Burton’s style? 
Remember back to his biography.  What are his influences?  His goals? 

4. Conclusion Three main parts:
Restate thesis – bring body of essay back to thesis (DO NOT REWRITE)
Summary of main points – show how body of essay proved/supported your thesis (summarize each body paragraph into a sentence)
Final thought – what do you want your reader to think about your topic? Tie it back to ideas in your introduction.

5. Example of Restate Thesis
Introduction thesis: In Edward Scissorhands and Corpse Bride, director Tim Burton uses framing and lighting in order to create dark, thrilling moments.
RESTATED thesis: Through the use of framing and lighting, Burton brings his films to life with dark yet thrilling situations.

6. Summary of body paragraphs
Conclusion
Specific
Restate thesis
Summary of body paragraphs
Broad
Closing thought

7. For outlines, remember…
It must flow!
THE “WHAT” – director, genre, title, technique, context, effect
The “How” – SPECIFICALLY, how did Burton make this technique show that effect?
The “why” – why does it create the effect?
Why does Burton want us to feel that way?