Auteur theory

What is the definition of auteur theory?

• A theory that recognises a unique signature style evident in a collection of films

• A theory developed in France by a group of film theorists

• A recognition that each film has an 'author' whose style audiences will identify with

• all of the above

What is the name of the film journal that Auteur theory was first mentioned in?

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Which auteur is known for his bright colour palettes, whimsical mise en scene and symmetry?

• Steve McQueen

• Wes Anderson

• Quentin Tarantino

• Christopher Nolan

Which of these auteur traits can be attributed to Billy Wilder?

• Dark themes

• Witty Humour

• elaborate set design

• Style over substance

Which of these traits could be attributed to Billy Wilder

• His films were all based on gangster films of the 1920's

• His characters often were cartoon like in their use of hyperbole

• His films contained carefully choreographed action sequences

• A satirical look at Hollywood is evident in his films

Which film theorist is credited as questioning auteur theory?

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Which auteur created this film?

• Quentin Tarantino

• Tim Burton

• Guillermo Del Toro

• Alejandro Inarritu

What is the literal meaning of Auteur (one word answer!)?

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Which of the following filmmakers was credited as creating the term 'Auteur'?

• Werner Hertzog / Robert Bresson

• Jean Luc Godard / Claude Chabrol

• Federico Fellini / Bernado Belluci

• Alexandre Astruc / Francois Truffaut

What is the main argument against auteurism?

• That it is too complicated

• That one person is responsible for the style of the film

• That it doesn't exist

• That film production is a collaborative process