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Film Studies
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Survey of International Cinema |
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A study of major world cinemas, including influential filmmakers, screen personalities, and motion pictures. The interrelationship of national film movements and how they impact world cinema. Representative work from European, Eastern, and Third World cinema will be presented. A screening/discussion portion of the course will focus on important films of the world cinema which will be discussed, and critically evaluated. Concurrent registration in FILM 385S is required. |
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Studio in International Cinema |
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Studio credit to accompany the International Cinema course. Concurrent registration in FILM 385 is required. |
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Genre Studies |
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Intensive study of a particular film genre. Analysis and discussion of specific generic conventions, historical shifts within the genre, and theoretical foundations. Potential course topics include: Science Fiction, American Screen Comedy, Film Noir, Horror Film, Westerns, Animation, etc. May be repeated when genre studied is different. |
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Director Studies |
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Study of the work of selected film directors. The course will analyze and evaluate a director's dominant themes, creative content, historical context and cinematic style. This course may stress the work of a single director or compare elements of two or more directors. Potential course topics include: Alfred Hitchcock, John Ford, Frank Capra, Howard Hawks, Steven Spielberg, Woody Allen, etc. May be repeated when the film director studied is different. |
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Research Methods in Film & Media Arts |
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In-depth study of specialized forms of film, historical periods, Hollywood studios and other topical areas of film study. Potential course topics include: Films of the 40's, American Silent Film, Exploring Films: Elements of Great Movies, Cult Films, Women in Film, etc. May be repeated when the topic changes. |
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Topics in Film |
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This is an upper division topical course and may be repeated when the topic changes. |
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Technical Training: Intermediate Filmmaking |
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This course is designed to develop a thorough understanding of the technical equipment needed for the Intermediate level 16mm sync sound filmmaking course. This includes detailed training in the operation of 16mm film cameras including: Arriflex BL cameras and camera support equipment such as: tripods, dollies, jib arms etc., and the tools of film lighting and grip training. Extensive training in the use of double system sync sound recording methods will also occur. Individual sessions will focus on specific types of equipment and developing proficient use in the production of film projects. Concurrent registration in FILM 484 is required. |
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Special Projects in Film |
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Advanced individualized creative or investigative work in a particular phase of film study. May be taken more than once if content is substantially different. |
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Internship |
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A supervised, practical experience in film studies. A maximum of 12 internship credits may be applied to the degree. |
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Undergraduate Teaching Assistant |
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Students will serve as a teaching assistant for select Film Studies courses under the guidance of a faculty mentor. May be repeated up to three times for credit. Minimum GPA of 3.0 in major coursework is required. |
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Advanced Video Production |
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Produce a series of programs to be aired. Includes all levels from writing and casting through taping and post-production. |
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Film Theory and Criticism |
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| Description |
Film Theory and Criticism prepares students to "read" films with a greater understanding of the major issues and debates in film criticism of the last 70 years. The course introduces students to classical and modern film theory. Heavy emphasis is placed on analytical writing about film. |
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Intermediate Filmmaking |
| Prerequisite |
FILM 384 |
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| Description |
This course is an advanced production course that provides an introduction to and foundation in techniques of double system synchronous sound 16mm filmmaking. In addition to this technical training, the course emphasizes the development of sophisticated creative methods in the areas of visual style and storytelling. Through readings, lectures, screenings, demonstrations and individual and group film projects, students will gain a solid understanding of technical concepts unique to sync sound 16mm filmmaking and will continue to develop sophistication as filmmakers. This course will place special emphasis on the qualities of sync sound recording methods, black & white cinematography and lighting. Concurrent registration in FILM 400 required. |
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Topics in Film |
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| Description |
This is an upper division topical course and may be repeated when the topic changes. |
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Senior Seminar Project Development |
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A preparatory practicum class involved in pre-production activities designed to facilitate the senior thesis project class (Film 492B) taken during the spring semester. |
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Senior Seminar |
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Capstone course for Film Studies majors; proposal, completion, and presentation of projects; pre-professional skills; written exam integrating and applying knowledge from separate courses. Grade of "C" or higher is required for graduation. |
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Undergraduate Research in Film |
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Guided research designed to increase professionalism of the student's creative work in all aspects of design production. |
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Independent Study in Film |
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Independent Study in Film |
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