Documentaries, by nature, are persuasive. They set out to convince us, to make us believe in their cause. For your style analysis, you will watch Food Inc.

Introduction:

Identify the topic of the documentary and include relevant background information.

Introduce the producer's name, the occasion, the location of filming, the purpose of the documentary, and the audience. At the end of the introduction, include a thesis statement that states your opinion of the documentary's effectiveness at fulfilling the topic and meeting its intention. Be sure to state the overarching reasons that lead you to this opinion.

Body: Discuss the type of appeals that are used.

Body Paragraph 1: Ethos. How is credibility established? Discuss how the speakers in the documentary show their connection to the subject matter and establish a relationship with the audience. Provide at least 3 specific examples in your discussion.

Body Paragraph 2: Logos. Discuss the reasons, evidence, and support provided by the movie. Provide at least 3 specific examples in your discussion.

Body Paragraph 3: Pathos. Discuss the emotional appeals used in the movie. Provide at least 3 specific examples in your discussion

Body Paragraph 4: Discuss the delivery and use of visuals of the documentary. What worked and what could the producer have improved upon during the delivery? Provide at least 3 specific examples in your discussion

Conclusion:

Include how the documentary can (or why it can't) be a model for others. In other words, what does the documentary do that is particularly effective?