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90-second Hamlet

Ms. Varners Language Arts Class


There have been times we all thought Shakespeares works were more than a little confusing and drawn-out. So why not condense them? You will be split into groups of five and given the task of making a film of Shakespeares Hamlet, which we have just finished reading in class. However, your film must only be around 90 seconds long. This means you must figure out the most important parts of the play and use them in your film. In other words, what makes Hamlet so well, Hamlet? To get some ideas on what exactly this project is about, go to YouTube and look up 90second Newberys to see 90-second films of Newbery award-winning books. (I recommend watching A Wrinkle in Time as that is the most well-done video on the list!)

This assignment will be due on Monday. As I am giving this assignment


on Wednesday, this means you have the rest of the week in class and the weekend (if necessary) to film your project. Please know that Im not requiring a professionally edited film with this assignment. Costumes and sets can be whatever you want, but your film must: Clearly introduce the characters. If an individual is playing multiple parts, distinguish these characters in some way and introduce them the first time they are on screen. Be coherent. Even though this is a condensed version, it must still tell the story of Hamlet! Make sure the plot is still there! Follow the time limit. The point of the assignment is to get you to pick out the most important parts of the story. Your film must be no less than 80 seconds, and no more than 100 seconds.

Also, I will be requiring the following things submitted on Monday: A written script of what happens in your film, complete with scene changes and enters/exits A list stating who contributed what to the project A one-page rationale, written as a group, about why you chose the scenes you did **Note: You do not need to use Shakespearean language. It is encouraged, but if your film makes more sense using more modern language, then you may do what works best for your project.

You can email your completed film projects to [email protected]

Learning Targets for the lesson: I can analyze Hamlet and pick out the key scenes I can write a script adapting these scenes to be used in a film I can create a short video utilizing these scenes to explain the plot of

Hamlet

We will be watching everyones film projects in class on Monday. Good luck! I cant wait to see your Hamlets!

Rationale

I think this project would be great to do with high school students because they really have to know the text to accurate do this assignment. It requires the students to look at the plot of Hamlet and pick out the key scenes that make this play what it is. Its fun way to approach Shakespeare, and it will leave a lasting impression on the students.

Rubric
CATEGORY Teamwork 4 All students contribute to the discussion and all are listened to respectfully. All team members contribute a fair share of the work. Team has a clear picture of what they are trying to achieve. Each member can describe what he or she is trying to do and generally how his/her work will contribute to the final product. Script clearly conveys the plot of Hamlet. Script is complete and it is clear what each actor will say and do. Entries and exits are scripted as important movements. Script is quite professional. Is between 80-100 seconds. 3 Most students contribute to the discussion and are listened to respectfully. All team members contribute a fair share of the work. Team has a fairly clear picture of what they are trying to achieve. Each member can describe what he or she is trying to do overall but has trouble describing how his/her work will contribute to the final product. Script conveys the plot of Hamlet, but could elaborate. Script is mostly complete. It is clear what each actor will say and do. Script shows planning. Is between 75-80 seconds, or 100-105 seconds. 2 Most students contribute to the discussion and are listened to respectfully. All team members contribute a fair share of the work. Team has brainstormed their concept, but no clear focus has emerged for the team. Team members may describe the goal/final product differently. 1 Some team members do not contribute a fair share of the work.

Rationale

Team has spent little effort on brainstorming and refining a concept. Team members are unclear on the goals and how their contributions will help them reach the goal.

Script

Script is missing key scenes in the plot of Hamlet. Script has a few major flaws. It is not always clear what the actors are to say and do. Script shows an attempt at planning, but seems incomplete. Is between 70-75 seconds, or 105-110 seconds.

The script is not complete, and does not convey the plot of Hamlet. The film is less than 70 seconds, or more than 110 seconds long.

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