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You are to select a film and examine several concepts of interpersonal communication. The focus will be on how communication is
used to initiate, maintain, and terminate relationships. The film will serve as a vehicle for
learning about interpersonal communication and relationships. You will analyze what the film
has shown about the ways people relate to one another. In your 3-5 paper, you will need: an introduction, conclusion, and bibliography of at least two
sources. You will need a strong introduction and a
conclusion in this paper as well as identify three or four points (concepts) that you found
most enlightening, controversial, or even possibly incorrect. You will be expected to discuss
what individuals did, what happened, and why. Relevant communication theory and text material
should be introduced for each example. You should write this paper as if you were going to
demonstrate your expertise and knowledge to an individual that has little or no knowledge
of communication theory. That “pretend reader” should learn a lot from reading your paper. The paper should be word-processed, double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman font, with a cover
page.USE MLA FORMATTING WHILE CITING. A document has been attached for more details.
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Department of ELAP, LINGUISTICS, and COMMUNICATION STUDIES
Interpersonal Movie Paper
Exploring Communication and Relationships in Film
You are to select a film and examine several concepts of interpersonal communication discussed
in your text to see how they are portrayed in film. The focus will be on how communication is
used to initiate, maintain, and terminate relationships. The film will serve as a vehicle for
learning about interpersonal communication and relationships. You will analyze what the film
has shown about the ways people relate to one another.
In your 3-5 paper, you will need: an introduction, conclusion, and bibliography of at least two
sources. Your textbook can be one of the sources. DO NOT go under two and a half or over four
and a half pages. Your analysis should focus on issues of communication, incorporating material
from the readings and your online assignments. You will need a strong introduction and a
conclusion in this paper as well as identify three or four points (concepts) that you found
most enlightening, controversial, or even possibly incorrect. You will be expected to discuss
what individuals did, what happened, and why. Relevant communication theory and text material
should be introduced for each example. You should write this paper as if you were going to
demonstrate your expertise and knowledge to an individual that has little or no knowledge
of communication theory. That “pretend reader” should learn a lot from reading your paper.
The paper should be word-processed, double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman font, with a cover
page. You must cite the course textbook using MLA or APA formatting. When saving your
document, include your last name and the assignment, and save as either a Microsoft Word file
(.doc or .docx) or a Rich Text File (.rtf). Submit this paper in the appropriate assignment drop
box in Blackboard by the deadline.
Some concepts you might choose to discuss:
• Perception in interpersonal relationships
• Communication processes
• Models of communication
• Theses of a close relationship using both Knapp’s Model of Relationship Development and the
Dialectical Model
• Conflicts in relationships and the methods and styles of dealing with interpersonal conflict
• Listening
• Self-Concept
• Nonverbal communication
• Verbal communication
Select as many concepts that apply to the film. Do not hesitate to go beyond and think outside
of the box. As you watch the film, you may want to take notes and have your textbook handy.
The great news is that interpersonal communication can be tied into many chapters that we have
already discussed in the course this semester.
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Course Objectives
Recognize the components of the communication process and the types of communication in
which human beings engage (one-on-one, group and public speaking).
1) Students will recognize and accommodate gender and cultural differences in communication
settings and appreciate diverse communication styles.
2) Students will describe the role of free speech in a democratic society and be able to critically
evaluate and analyze the message and delivery style of public speakers.
Chapter Objectives
By completing this assignment, students will be able to:
3) Define intimacy and describe a range of options for conveying intimate messages.
4) Analyze the themes of a close relationship using both Knapp’s model of relationship
development and the dialectical model.
5) Explain the different conflict management styles.
6) Distinguish between constructive styles and methods of dealing with interpersonal conflict.
7) Analyze both Verbal and Nonverbal communication in relationships.
8) Apply the communication process and perception in interpersonal relationships.
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Interpersonal Movie Paper Evaluation Form
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Film selection is appropriate
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Paper met the page
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Paper examines at least three
interpersonal communication
concepts
Concepts used clearly defined
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Sources cited both in the paper
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Paper has a strong
introduction and brief
summary of film
Paper has a strong conclusion
and summary (including
restated purpose and main
points)
Strong examples given
throughout the paper to
connect the concepts with
scenes in the film
Identified three or four points
(concepts) that you found most
enlightening, controversial, or
even possibly incorrect
Paper focused on how
communication is used to
initiate, maintain, and
terminate relationships
Paper followed all stated
directions
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