Assignment “Charles” Summary
First, write a one-paragraph summary of Shirley Jackson’s short story “Charles.” Be sure to describe, in order, the most important parts of the story, its main characters, and its central conflict and resolution. Remember that a summary should not include minor details or plot points.
Then, write a second paragraph that compares the written story to the film version of “Charles” that you watched. In that second paragraph, explain the ways in which the film is similar to and different from the text in terms of the details it depicts as well as how the film uses lighting, sound, color, camera focus, or camera angles to present the story in a unique way.