Does the observer experience a catharsis, as described by Aristotle when watching this film?What can an observer learn about the character and the transformation? Provide examples using scenes in the film.

 Film: Transformation
Step One: start by watching BOTH videos: Tragedy Lessons from Aristotle and A Character Has 4 Pivotal Moments To Change In A Movie
Step Two: Then, write a four-paragraph essay about one movie–preferably your favorite–that you watched and learned from the transformation of the main character Do not use a Disney movie for this essay. make sure your essay is at least 700 words:
1. In the first paragraph:
Provide the title, date, and director of the film, as well as a brief summary of the film in your own words.
2. In the second paragraph: Choose one character. Describe the character before his/her/their transformation. 3. In the third paragraph:
• Describe the exact scene or scenes when the character transforms him, her, themselves.

• Describe the obstacles he/she/they overcome.

• Is there a recognition or reversal as described by Aristotle? If so, describe.
• What were the lessons learned by the character?
5. In the fourth paragraph:
• Does the observer experience a catharsis, as described by Aristotle when watching this film?

• What can an observer learn about the character and the transformation? Provide examples using scenes in the film.

• Did the character’s transformation relate to your own life? If so, how?

• Can you apply any of the lessons learned to your own life? If so, how?

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