Once you have completed this task, read 2 peers’ work and comment on their work with the following:

• Project comparison:

  • If you watched the same film: Were your takeaways similar or different, and how?

  • If you watched a different film: Would you watch this film? Does the description seem to portray historical events in a similar or different way than the movie you watched?

• One detail you appreciated about their review.

• One question/observation you have about the movie or time period that connects with the review.

The plot follows George Valentin, a silent film star who experiences a career collapse with the rise of sound. On the other hand, this movie follows Peppy Miller, a young dancer who was mentored by George. Poppy becomes a sensation in the "talkie" media world. George struggles to adapt to new times, but Peppy embraces new innovations. One element of this film that felt striking was the movie score, which seemed to exaggerate tension (such as in the scene when George had a nightmare, and the music clashes with the silences in the room).

This film pays homage to cinema’s silent past while providing commentary on change and progress. The Artist shares a sense of creativity and emotional depth that makes it a memorable watch.

Rating: 7.5/10

Historical accuracy: 7/10