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Some educators argue that studying early silent films is essential for developing visual literacy in the digital age, while others believe such outdated media holds little relevance for contemporary students. Do the advantages of incorporating silent cinema into modern curricula outweigh the disadvantages? Support your position with relevant reasons and examples.
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Technological advancements now allow archivists to artificially colourise, sharpen, and add synchronised sound effects to historical silent films. While some argue that these enhancements make heritage cinema more accessible to modern audiences, others insist that films should only be preserved in their authentic, unaltered state. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some cultural critics argue that the arrival of synchronised sound in the late 1920s destroyed cinema's universal visual language and created linguistic barriers between nations. Others maintain that sound was an essential evolutionary step that enriched dramatic storytelling. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the view that the transition to sound diminished cinema's global appeal? Give reasons and examples for your answer.
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