FVM 150 Development of Film Expression

3 Credit hours      60 Contact hours

Examines the nature and structure of Film/Video expression, concentrating on the way directors, editors, and cinematographers use visual techniques to serve the narrative. Students watch films in their entirety and then analyze them for their lighting, composition, camera position, movement, lens, depth of field, use of screen space, placement of performers, and editing techniques.

Prerequisite

Acceptance into the Film School AND successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENG 121 (or equivalent assessment score) AND ETH 200 (with a grade of C or better).