This document outlines an assignment for an English class to write a compare and contrast essay on two selected movie genres. Students must choose between action-comedy films or animated films, research the genre, view example movies, and write a 6 paragraph essay comparing or contrasting elements of the two films. The essay must be 600-1000 words and follow APA style for citations and referencing. A draft is due for review before the final submission deadline of September 28th. The assignment aims to help students understand film genres and demonstrate their ability to analyze, synthesize and communicate ideas about two films in an academic essay.