Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to analyze and discuss the themes and characters in The Lost World: Jurassic Park and write a creative narrative inspired by the movie.
Materials and Prep
- Pen and paper
- Access to The Lost World: Jurassic Park movie
- Prior knowledge of the plot and characters in the movie
Activities
1. Watch The Lost World: Jurassic Park and take notes on the characters, setting, and major plot points.
2. Write a character analysis of one of the main characters, discussing their motivations, conflicts, and development throughout the movie.
3. Create a storyboard for a new scene that could fit into the movie, and write a brief description of how it would impact the plot.
4. Write a creative narrative set in the world of The Lost World: Jurassic Park, using the characters and setting from the movie as inspiration.
Ninth Grade Talking Points
- "The Lost World: Jurassic Park is a thrilling adventure film that explores the concept of a hidden world filled with prehistoric creatures."
- "The characters in the movie face various challenges and conflicts, which drive the plot forward and create tension."
- "The setting of the movie, Isla Sorna, serves as a mysterious and dangerous backdrop for the story."
- "Analyzing the characters and themes in The Lost World: Jurassic Park can help us understand the importance of character development and setting in storytelling."