“The Raven” Goes to Hollywood

Introduction

These days Hollywood is looking for the next big movie idea. They look to the "classics" for inspiration. Many movies are based on literature. Now it is your turn. You will work with Edgar Allen Poe's "The Raven" to create the next Hollywood blockbuster!

TaskA 'high-powered' Hollywood executive has asked your group to come up with the next blockbuster suspense film. They will need the following:

•You have 10 million dollars to spend on your cast. Include a list of characters (you'll have to add some), the actors who will play them, and what you will pay each of them, along with a paragraph explaining your choices.

•A synopsis of your film - Including setting (where the plot is set and also where you will shoot it) and plot. Explain, in a paragraph or more, the changes you have made from Poe’s original and why you have made them.

•A soundtrack for your film with a title and 5-10 songs (including artist’s names), along with a paragraph explaining your choices. Your work will be submitted in the form of a PowerPoint presentation.