Assignment
Review: Film, Exhibition or Book 
  
   


Notebook Review (3-10 entries - one exhibition/one film/one book minimum) 

This review is on (choose one) Exhibition Film Book
Date/time 
Title 
Author/Director/Artist(s) 
Publisher/Producer & Studio/Gallery 
Location (describe) 


1. Description
Describe the image(s), layout, lighting, ambiance, content, narrative structure, etc. 
Nothing is too obvious. 
Write for someone who was not there. Be complete!
2. Analysis
How do the elements fit together and/or interrelate? Refer to specifics as well as an overview. 
Build upon your descriptive information to formulate your analysis. 
3. Interpretation
Determine meaning by making connections from your analysis. 
Example “The consistent use of dark space combined with 
low key lighting creates a somber almost macabre quality to the work.”
4. Evaluation
You many now express opinions which can be substantiated by your description, analysis and interpretations. 
This is also the place to refer to technical problems etc. All conclusions should be defended!
5. Conclusion
How did this experience expand or limit your creativity? 
How did it relate to other exhibitions/films/books you have experienced?