Introduction to Film

Introduction to Film is a cross examination of the history, theory, and the basic elements of film. The course focuses on the theory, analysis, and application of films through a series of lectures, film viewings, and workshops that would cultivate the holistic approach in appreciating Film. This course will introduce the art, technology, language, and appreciation of film, exploring the varieties of film experience, film and the other arts, and the ways of viewing. Students will learn about the basic cinematic techniques and structures, including mise-en-scene and montage, use of cinematic time and space, the image, soundtrack, and the script. Consideration will also be given to analyzing the fundamentals of film production, directing, acting, and editing; how the elements of the production process are analyzed separately, then brought together to show how they create the emotional and intellectual impact of the film experience.

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