Aside from the film elements (mimetic elements) that you will use in crafting your film critique, please include the following in your paper:
(1) The film is a love story without a even a kiss. Why didn't Director Zhang Yimuo include sex scenes in the movie?
(2) The plot is simple, the use of BW/Color transitions were simple. What makes this movie amazing in its simplicity?
(3) Identify the symbolisms used in the movie. What are the relations of the symbol to the theme of the movie?
(4) Based on your experience of watching other Zhang Yimuo's films, can you elaborate on his style as a director?