This document provides instructions for a reflection paper on the film "City of Angels" that discusses the film's production values, connection to ideas from a Purpose and Meaning of Life exercise, and relationship to readings from a catechism. The 2-3 page paper should identify the film's core message, discuss how it does or does not reflect the catechism using specific examples, and demonstrate an understanding of how a film's production contributes to its message. Proper grammar, punctuation, and a length of 2-3 pages are required.

1. After viewing
City of Angels
, prepare a two-three page reflection that discusses the
production values and connection to the ideas we discussed in
the Purpose and Meaning of Life Catechism exercise. Your
reflection should be based on your observation of the
production values, narrative content and our discussion and
readings.
Identify the core message of the film. Discuss the ways the film
does/does not reflect the catechism. Remember many films will
do both – be sure to cite specific moments in the film, dialogue,
camera angles, acting, production design, etc... and specifics
from the catechism readings.
This assignment is designed to help you develop and integrate
the ability to write in an articulate, complex, and clear manner.
It should also demonstrate your understanding of how the
content and message of a film (including symbolism) address
Catholic concerns, whether intentionally or not, your ability to
articulate film criticism by considering production techniques,
history of production, message and content and a fuller
appreciation of a film's production values by understanding how
production techniques contribute to a film's message through
symbolic manipulation of visual elements.
Submission Instructions:
The paper is to be clear and concise and students will lose
points for improper grammar, punctuation, and misspelling.
The paper is to be 2-3 pages in length, excluding the title and

2. references pages.
Chicago/Turabian style