Introducing
Your new presentation assistant.
Refine, enhance, and tailor your content, source relevant images, and edit visuals quicker than ever before.
Trending searches
The U.S. vs. John Lennon
197
The U.S. vs. John Lennon
Running time:
99 minutes
Release date:
September 29, 2006
Distributed by:
Lionsgate
Written and Directed by:
David Leaf and John Scheinfield II
David Leaf is an award-winning writer/producer/director best known for his work on acclaimed pop culture programs, music specials and retrospectives.
John Scheinfield II
Emmy and Grammy nominee John Scheinfeld is a respected writer, producer and director of documentaries, bringing a broad spectrum of experiences and interests to pop culture, music, historical and spiritual projects for broadcast, cable and theatrical exhibition.
The film had its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival and its North American premiere at the Toronto Film Festival. It was released in New York City and Los Angeles, California on 15 September 2006, and had a nationwide release on 29 September
The U.S. vs. John Lennon primarily focuses on the Vietnam War era and the efforts made by Lennon to encourage world peace. Because these efforts interfered with the presidential agenda, the U.S. Government tried to silence him by harrassment and attempted deportation.
Rhetorical Analysis
Purpose- To inform people about John Lennon and how he used his fame to promote world peace. It also discusses the governments concern regarding the impact Lennon had on the American people.
Argument-John Lennon was only promoting peace and not a revolution. He believed the war was unnecessary because it could be solved through peaceful means.
Assertions/ claims-
- Lennon actively prostests the war with art and song writing.
The U.S. Government never tried taking peaceful measures towards the Vietnam War.
Validity-The actions made by Lennon towards peace made it valid. Also the interviews of radical activists and authors.
Attitude/viewpoint- The viewpoint of the director is very praising and admiring towards Lennon and it expresses disgust towards the corruption of the U.S. Government.
Cinematic Techniques-
Various testimonies from activists, government officials, and authors.
Pictures, videos, and songs were used to emphasize the tone of the next topic
Structure- The film chronologically linked the topics together to help emphasize the points John Lennon wanted to get across and how people were influenced over time.
Work Cited
freebase.com
imdb.com