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Auteur Theory

Total questions: 8

Worksheet time: 3mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the definition of auteur theory?

a)

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

b)

A theory developed in France by a group of film theorists

c)

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

d)

all of the above

2.

Which director is known for their use of warm colours, symmetrical framing and slow motion

a)

Tim Burton

b)

Wes Anderson

c)

Alfred Hitchcock

d)

Quentin Tarantino

3.

Mise-en-scene in film means "in front of the camera"

a)

True

b)

False

4.

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

(a)  

5.

Which director is known for their use of excessive violence, non-linear storylines and satirical subject matter in their movies?

a)

Steven Spielberg

b)

Wes Anderson

c)

Quentin Tarantino

d)

Tim Burton

6.

In which country did the Auteur Theory originate?

a)

Czechoslovakia

b)

Italy

c)

Spain

d)

France

7.

Which director is known for their use of cold colours, emotional close-ups and contrasted lighting in their movies?

a)

Steven Spielberg

b)

George Lucas

c)

Tim Burton

d)

Sophia Coppola

8.

List an element of film that helps define a films style

(a)