This document provides instructions for an in-class essay assignment on the 2012 documentary Searching for Sugar Man about musician Sixto Rodriguez. Students are prompted to write a 3 paragraph essay explaining one significant element of Rodriguez's journey as shown in the documentary and through a song from his album Cold Fact. The essay should include an introduction with background on Rodriguez, a thesis, and two body paragraphs with a point, information from the film/song, and explanation. The conclusion should summarize the key points and implications. Pre-writing and outlining are emphasized given the in-class nature of the assignment. The essay must be written during class time in a blue book.