Comparison between Film and Literature As we are watching A.I.

, please look for the following film elements so that you can write a short response on both the short story and the film: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Family vs. outside world Soft focus lens Shapes used to mimic an alien (geometric vs. organic shapes) Color symbolism Use of reflective images and mirrors Is the tone of the short story the same as the film?

When we are finished reading the short story and watching scenes from the film, please a 1 page to 1 page response to the film and the short story. Do you believe that the film techniques Spielberg uses complements the tone and purpose of the short story? Which one do you believe is more effective in showing the themes and purpose of the story? You will turn the response to turnitin.com.