The Critic!

“The Cask of Amontillado represents the tale of revenge and manipulation.” – Ebert“ Poe has done it again…instilling the fear of the darkness within us.” – Gregson“Amontillado shows that man will do anything to get back.” – Arbor“Poe shows that trust is such a sensitive thing, you never know the who or what of a person!” - Jenks

You! The Critic!

The Cask of Amontillado is a dark tale of revenge and fear. Poe shows us the dark side of a man trying to get back.

It is your turn to be a critic of Amontillado the book and movie

Book/Movie ReviewYou are to write a one page review comparing the book to

the movie.

Be sure to include adjectives (dark, gloomy, terrorizing, etc.) that will engage a reader’s excitement for the story.

Be descriptive and include as many positives and or negatives about the book and movie as you feel is necessary

Be organized in your writing. Compare the book and movie, then write a review as to which YOU THINK is better and WHY

Setup of the Paper

Paragraph 1 – Open up with an attention grabber and then discuss that you will be writing a review of the book and movie.

Paragraph 2 – Write a review of the book.

Paragraph 3 – Write a review of the movie.

Paragraph 4 – Compare the pros and cons of the book to the movie.

Paragraph 5 – Conclude by providing your opinions as to which you like more and why and what your recommendation would be for your reading audience.