Film IA Research Question Evaluator
Use the tabs below to generate a new Film IA idea or evaluate your current research question.
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Compare High-Scoring vs. Flawed Film RQs
Below are examples of evaluated RQs from recent Film IAs. Review the strengths and weaknesses to understand the scoring criteria, and feel free to evaluate your own RQ using the form above.
How does do Denis Villeneuve work?
Strengths:
Names a specific filmmaker (Denis Villeneuve), giving a clear subject for inquiry.
Weaknesses:
Specify a concrete film to anchor the study. Example: replace the vague prompt with: How does Denis Villeneuve work in Blade Runner 2049? (2017).
Is Film important?
Strengths:
Contains a single investigatory question structure (one main line of inquiry).
Weaknesses:
Specify a film text to study (for example, add a concrete title). Example: replace with 'Is Metropolis (1927) important as a study of how cinema constructs modernity?'
How does the opening sequence of Parasite (dir. Bong Joon-ho) use mise-en-scène and camera framing to establish class divisions and foreshadow social conflict?
Strengths:
Clear identification of the specific film and sequence to study.
Weaknesses:
How do Denis Villeneuve and composer Jóhann Jóhannsson’s sound design and editing choices in the climax sequence of Arrival (dir. Denis Villeneuve) manipulate temporality to communicate the film’s theme of nonlinear perception?
Strengths:
Clear identification of the primary film (Arrival) and a specific moment (climax sequence).
Weaknesses:
How to Evaluate Your Research Question
Simply choose your subject and enter your research question. Our evaluator will then analyze your question against the IB requirements and return a report with any issues or improvements you can make. Trained on thousands of IB RQs marked by official IB examiners, our evaluator is able to provide accurate and helpful feedback.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the ideas from Clastify's Research Question Generator?
Yes. Our Research Question Generator was trained on thousands of high-scoring IB exemplars, and the ideas it generates are designed to align with IB criteria so you can develop research questions that meet the standards.
How does the Research Question Generator work?
Select your subject and category (IA or EE), optionally enter a few keywords or interests, then click Generate. The AI returns research question ideas tailored to your subject, which you can refine further with the tweak tools.
Do I need to enter keywords to generate research questions?
No. You can leave the keyword field blank for instant inspiration, or add a few words about your interests to get more targeted ideas.
Are AI-generated research questions original enough for IB coursework?
Generated questions are starting points aligned with IB expectations. Similar research questions appear across cohorts—what matters is that your investigation or essay content is your own work.
How does the Research Question Evaluator work?
The Research Question Evaluator was trained on thousands of research questions marked by IB-certified examiners. It evaluates your research question using the same IB criteria, helping you understand its strengths and areas for improvement.
How many free generations do I get?
Free users get a limited number of generations per week. Your limit resets weekly. Upgrade to Pro for higher limits and full access to Clastify AI tools.
What makes a strong Film research question?
A precise question about cinematic technique, form, genre, or representation in defined films—not “what makes a good movie?”
Are production-log questions valid?
For production tasks, frame intention and technique choices you can evidence in the portfolio.
What does the Evaluator judge in Film research questions?
Cinematic focus, manageable film set, and analysis of form/meaning rather than plot synopsis.
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