Question 1

Which among the following is not a French filmmaker?

Accepted Answer

Dziga Vertov was a Soviet filmmaker, not French. Truffaut, Godard, and Chabrol were all prominent French filmmakers associated with the French New Wave cinema movement.

Question 2

''The 400 Blows" is a famous movie

Accepted Answer

"The 400 Blows" is a seminal film in the French New Wave cinema movement, directed by François Truffaut.

Question 3

The movie M was directed by:

Accepted Answer

Fritz Lang directed the movie "M," which is a classic thriller from 1931.

Question 4

The producer of Pather Panchali was

Accepted Answer

The Government of West Bengal provided financial support for the production of "Pather Panchali," which was directed by Satyajit Ray.

Question 5

When was Bharat Ratna Awarded to Satyajit Ray?

Accepted Answer

Satyajit Ray was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1992.

Question 6

Roberto Rossellini, Vittorio De Sica and Cesare Zavattini were t

Accepted Answer

Roberto Rossellini, Vittorio De Sica, and Cesare Zavattini were key figures in Italian Neorealism, a film movement that emerged in Italy after World War II, characterized by stories set among the poor and the working class, filmed on location, often using non-professional actors.

Question 7

Movies play an important role in ?

Accepted Answer

Movies communicate ideas, showcase talent, and can influence and improve society by addressing social issues and inspiring change.

Question 8

Which among them is a controversial topic of films?

Accepted Answer

Religion and transgender topics often spark debates and controversies in films due to differing societal views and sensitivities.

Question 9

To inform, to educate, to entertain & to persuade is associ

Accepted Answer

Movies are designed to inform, educate, entertain, and sometimes persuade their audiences, aligning with the purposes mentioned.

Question 10

Who is known as "The Master of Suspense''?

Accepted Answer

Alfred Hitchcock is widely recognized as "The Master of Suspense" for his pioneering techniques in the thriller and suspense genres.

Quiz 1: Film Studies and Criticism