Cinema Sensei’s Class Discussion Questions About James Cameron's Titanic (1997)

Dear Educators,

Greetings from Tokyo, Japan! I have been leading discussion classes for adults here in Japan on the theme of cinema since 2014.

The set of questions contained in this document are created to facilitate engaging and thought-provoking classroom discussions centered around the notable movie you have selected. More than 200 titles are available spanning the history of movies in the English language.

You won’t find:

X Simple factual questions.

X Questions that can be satisfied by a simple yes or no. 

X Questions meant to elicit a specific “correct” answer.

X Questions that shift focus to research beyond the content of the film.

X Overly technical, specialized, or trivia related questions.

X Questions that don’t require advocacy in the answer.ors or filmmakers.

X Questions that don’t require advocacy in the answer.

You will find:

✓ Questions intended to cover some nuance of storytelling, character development, thematic elements, directorial and cinematographic technique, broader cultural and artistic impacts of the movie, and more–all with reference to specific scenes and aspects of the movie itself.

By focusing on these types of questions, educators can ensure that classroom discussions and essay responses remain focused on critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deeper understanding and appreciation of each film as an art form.