This document outlines an assignment for an English class to write a compare and contrast essay analyzing two movies from the same genre. Students must choose between a disaster/adventure genre or science fiction genre. They are instructed to research the genre, view relevant movies, and write a 6 paragraph essay comparing or contrasting two movies based on selected elements. The essay must be 600-1000 words and follow APA style guidelines for citations and formatting. Students will submit a draft for feedback and the final version is due on April 3rd. The assignment aims to improve students' ability to analyze film genres and communicate ideas in academic English.