ENG 215 01 - Film as Literature

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Film as Literature (ENG 215)

Term: 2022-2023 Spring Semester

Schedule

Tue, 6:00 PM - 8:55 PM (1/17/2023 - 5/8/2023) Location: CMCC TWR 203

Description

ENG 215 Film as Literature
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
This course is designed to introduce students to the use of film as a narrative device. This course will follow a chronological plan from early filmmaking
as documentary of everyday life or historic, news making events to film as a vehicle for diverse, insightful and thought-provoking literature. Learners will enhance their analytical abilities by viewing various films and discussing specific topics, using the vocabulary of film, such as: the structure, cinematography, production design, performance style, editing, and sound design. Film viewing will take place in the classroom as well as independently. This course will provide opportunities to explore the modes of screen reality, Hollywood, and foreign films. Learners will be introduced to elementary Film Criticism and Interpretation. Last, learners will discuss models of film theory. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 101 or EN