EL ORFANATO
...is a contemporary foreign film full of intrigue, the supernatural, and a variety of allusions.
The image above shows the character Laura, who brings her family back to her childhood home, which used to be an orphange for handicapped children. Before long, her son starts to communicate with an invisible new friend.
The image above shows the character Laura, who brings her family back to her childhood home, which used to be an orphange for handicapped children. Before long, her son starts to communicate with an invisible new friend.
Our study of the film will include:
Test Links: You will analyze these two scenes during the test.
- Day 1 Before the film, you will do some llusion research on St. Anthony, mediums, doppelgangers, ghost experiences, and a literary allusion. Click here for the resources.
- Days 2, 3, 4 These are the viewing of the film, tracking of plot elements, and piecing together the story. Keep good notes in your study packet.
- PLEASE NOTE: If you are absent one day, it is up to you to arrange a time to view what you missed with the teacher. You can borrow the DVD during a study hall, or you can online stream or rent the film.
- If you are absent more than one day, you should see the teacher for an alternate assignment.
- Analysis Day: After the film, you will revisit the meanings of the allusions and analyze symbolism. Click here for the resources.
Test Links: You will analyze these two scenes during the test.
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For questions 27-37, re-watch this scene. For questions 38-43, watch this analysis of filming techniques.