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Working as a group you will be writing a **movie proposal** to get funding from a major movie company to create a movie version of the story "The Cay." As part of the proposal you will write a script for one of the scenes and create a short film to include with your proposal. The following is an outline for the planning and writing of the proposal.

1) Brainstorm with your group about other books that have been made into movies and how they were transformed. How were the movie and book versions different, alike, etc. **What techniques were used to bring the story to life?** 2) Discuss the **qualities of a good movie**. Look at current movie reviews or award winning movies and discuss what makes a movie special (acting, special effects, story line, etc ) What do your critics look for?
 * Planning**:

__Genre__: This is important because it is the way in which the movie will be advertised and promoted. Will it be an action or adventure film? Perhaps you'll adapt the plot to bring out the humorous elements and present it as a comedy. __Cast__: Put together a cast for your film versionl Think about some of your favorite actors and actresses. Who would play the major characters? Tell why each is "perfect" for his or her part. __Setting__: This is the place and time period. Will you shoot your movie on a set or on location? __Plot:__ Describe the most important scene; this may be the climax, but it could also be the introduction. __Special Effects/Music:__ Do you have a favorite song that you'd like to use as a theme? What effects will you include to bring life to the story?
 * Composing:**