1. Cultural significance essay
4-5 paragraphs - Explain why your film, book, or TV series is important and how its had an effect on our culture
Intro w/ thesis
Developed, analytical bodies containing valid reasoning and evidence from your selection
Conclusion w/ theme (from topic, thesis, theme)
Tell me your topic ASAP– I reserve the right to say no!!!
Use and label 2 vocab words
TYPED and in MLA format
Proper heading, spacing, etc.
Works Cited with your film, book, or TV series referenced as well as other sources, such as imdb.com, etc.
Printed and submitted or uploaded to Focus ( is LAST resort!)

2. Topic, Thesis, Theme In Intro In Conclusion
Topic (The cultural significance of…) Thesis (the specific claim(s) you’ll make about how your film is significant) Theme (universal statement that connects an idea in your film to real life)
In Intro
In Conclusion

3. Example #1 – Finding Nemo
Topic cultural significance of Finding Nemo
Thesis This film revitalized Ellen DeGeneres’ career and empowers children to be independent thinkers and doers.
Theme This film demonstrates the capacity of people to show determination despite repression by authority and society.

4. Example #2 – Kill Bill Vols. 1 & 2
Topic cultural significance of Kill Bill Vols. 1 & 2
Thesis This film helped popularize Japanese combat and culture and empowers women to defend themselves from oppression.
Theme This film demonstrates the capacity of people to show determination despite repression by authority and society.

5. Example #3 – Christmas Vacation
Topic cultural significance of Christmas Vacation
Thesis This film highlights common issues and problems faced during holidays: annoying relatives, financial strain, and never-to-be-realized nostalgia.
Theme Even though difficulties might cause insanity, we must remember that we have the love and support of those around us (family, friends, coworkers).