Teaches how to analyze cinematic language and films critically by focusing on the work of four modern European film directors, beginning with Pasolini in 1965 and his contemporaries, followed by Andrei Tarkovsky. Examines how the critical concepts learned can be applied to the work of other directors - taking as representative examples the works of Bergman and Kieslowski.
Code
FM2093
Name
CINEMA & POETRY
Credits
4
Pre-requisites
None
Co-requisites
None
Can be taken twice for credit?
No
Discipline
FM (Film)
Level
Undergraduate
Type
GE100
CAMS ID
2816
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Students will be able to analyse and differentiate filmic discourses on a range of subjects in terms of narrative structure, cinematic techniques, and cultural contexts.
Students will be able to trace the rise and development of contemporary global cinema as an art form, industry and cultural product.
Students will be able to distinguish individual styles and techniques of selected directors and place the work in context with global cinema history and aesthetics.
Students will be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of and ability to produce film language.