Have you ever wondered what would happen if Rock, Paper and Scissors met each other?
Broken: Rock Paper Scissors, the thesis film from Ringling students Gang Maria Yi, Garrett O'Neal and Bryan Locantore is a visual representation of the classic children’s game: When Rock happens to meet the magical Paper, it's love at first sight. But when the wrath of Scissors threatens the well-being of Paper, Rock must stop at nothing to save what he loves most, no matter the cost.
Teaching Ideas
- Write character profiles for the 3 main characters.
- Compare and contrast the character traits.
- Write a description of Paper from the point of view of Rock.
- Think about the game and how Rock could defeat Scissors.
- Create a wanted poster for Scissors.
- Create models of each character out of suitable materials, e.g. origami for Paper and clay for Rock.
- Create setting descriptions for each character's home.
- Write the story from the point of view of each character.
- Write the dialogue between Rock and Paper when he tries to persuade her to come with him.
- Add tension to the narrative for the chase and battle scenes.
- Focus on story endings, starting when Paper wakes up.
- Write 'Origins' stories for each of them – where have they come from? How were they created?
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