Your task is to read Smith’s essay and break it down into its parts. How does Smith attempt to persuade you toward her position on the film?
Consider the types of evidence and examples she provides.
What specific language does Smith use in an attempt to make her ideas more appealing?
What historical context does she fold into her review? What imagery does she evoke?
Does she draw on anyone famous to support her argument?
Read Smith’s essay and discuss what specific language does Smith use in an attempt to make her ideas more appealing?
