Being an actor in high school and a fan of group readings of plays in books in my English classes, I've always believed that the best way to get to know a book, play, movie, etc. is by doing it yourself. Most of us do it just by watching/reading repeatedly so we come to know the lines by heart. But when it comes to kids, acting out a film not only allows them room for interpretation, but also keeps them engaged in the material. Start by watching the film, then asking the students critical questions about it. Over the next few days, have the students get together in groups and discuss their individual interpretations of the film. Each group is then required to stage what they think is the most important scene in the film in front of the class, whether in person or in a video of their own. Following the presentations, have each student write a short paper on what their own interpretation of the overall movie was, their interpretation of the scene they presented, and why they came to that conclusion.
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