ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Beowulf is a 2007 American computer-animated fantasy action film produced and directed by Robert Zemeckis, written by Neil Gaiman and Roger Avary, and based on the Old English epic poem of the same name.

Detailed explanation-2: -Probably the most faithful of the poem’s screen adaptations, Zemeckis’ film nevertheless makes many changes. Beowulf has sex with Grendel’s mother, and the Dragon is their offspring.

Detailed explanation-3: -Beowulf & Grendel (2005; dir. If you’re looking for a Beowulf film that feels accurate to the tone and plot of the original poem-though it omits the dragon episode-this is the best bet.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Robert Zemeckis film of Beowulf is animated using special motion capture techniques, known as ‘performance capture’. Actors wear a specially-made lycra suit with digital sensors on their face and body. When they move, act and interact with each other their movements are recorded by computer.