OVERVIEW: What is the name and genre of the movie; who are the stars and directors; what are their previous credits; what is the basic premise/plot in one sentence; what else does the reader/viewer need to know? IS THIS A GOOD FILM worthy of the reader’s time and money?
(CHARACTERS)
(ACTING)
(PLOT)
SOCIAL RELEVANCE of the film. Why does this film matter today? What do the filmmakers seek to say? What impact might it have?
Possible other Criteria: Cinematography, Editing, Production Design, Graphics & Special Effects, Sound & Music
CONCLUSION: RATE the film & Reiterate the overall message and IMPORTANCE of the film. Do you need to reiterate anything else? Social impact? Look for the fun explosions? Pay attention to the stellar acting?