I had to write a review of the movie Gravity for my local newspaper's Thursday High School Highlights section. The format I used was very similar to the one I developed for my literary criticisms.
As with most nonfiction essays, the review began with an introduction. Of course, the language must be just a little lofty with plenty of buzzwords. The basic position (favorable or unfavorable) should probably be stated upfront.
My literary criticisms typically have three body paragraphs, one each detailing plot, setting, and characters. For a review I added two paragraphs. The first, linked to characters, critiqued the film's acting. The second, linked to setting, critiqued the film's visuals/effects.
Feel free to use this format if you ever write a movie review. Or don't. I don't really care. As long as it's well-written.
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