FLM-103 FILM LANGUAGE & TECHNIQUES

This course introduces students to the necessary,vocabulary and tools to analyze and appreciate the,art of filmmaking. Through weekly screenings,,readings, discussions, and hands-on camera,exercises, students develop critical skills and,language related to the production and,comprehension of contemporary filmmaking,,including production roles, terminology,,techniques, and an introduction to history and,theory. This course meets twice a week, structured,as lecture and studio … Continue reading “FLM-103 FILM LANGUAGE & TECHNIQUES”

FLM-106 INTRO TO FILMMAKING

This course focuses on the fundamentals of visual,storytelling by engaging students in a series of,individual and collaborative exercises designed to,develop an understanding of the camera, lenses,,and lights, non-linear editing techniques, and a,basic understanding of sound in relation to image.,Students make three short films exploring fiction,,non-fiction and experimental forms. Selected film,and video works are analyzed throughout … Continue reading “FLM-106 INTRO TO FILMMAKING”

FLM-201 INTERMEDIATE FILMMAKING

This course emphasizes the use of light and sound,in film-style video production. Students master,the tools involved in location sound recording,and studio lighting. The thematic thrust of this,course involves the examination, discussion and,cinematic uses of light and sound as they relate,to visual storytelling. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: FLM 106

FLM-211 FILM GRAPHICS & VFX I

This course introduces students to the creative,and technical processes of 2D digital animation,related to live action filmmaking-title design,,motion graphics, color correction, masking, keying,and basic compositing for visual effects. Students,will also learn best practices for asset creation,,file management and rendering. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: FLM 106

FLM-225 SOUND DESIGN I

This course introduces students to the conceptual,and technical challenges of sound as they develop,a more complex understanding of the important role,it plays in the cinematic experience. Techniques,of recording, generating, editing, synchronizing,,and manipulating sound are covered in depth as,well as the conceptual issues of sound design,,including noise, voice, and music. The goal is to,create a keen … Continue reading “FLM-225 SOUND DESIGN I”

FLM-235 ACTING

Students will research and implement the five,acting techniques utilized by performers to create,compelling on-screen characters-Classical,,Chekhov, Method, Meisner, and Practical,Aesthetics-through physicality, voice, and partner,scenes. The class introduces methods for working,with actors to elicit a desired performance. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: FLM 106

FLM-254 PLAYING THE SELF

Playing the Self is an interdisciplinary studio,open to all majors interested in exploring how,fiction, reality, and play are essential,components of an engaged social practice rooted,in making and becoming. The manipulation of the,viewer/voyeur, fulfillment of fantasy, projection,of desires, parasocial behavior, and related,identifiers will be examined as well as the,influence of various social constructs-gender,,race, class-on our understanding … Continue reading “FLM-254 PLAYING THE SELF”

FLM-278 DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING I

This is a course in the aesthetics and techniques,of documentary film production. Exercises and,assignments emphasize research and interview,techniques, story, technical skills, and the,legalities and ethics associated with non-fiction,filmmaking. Students produce a series of,individual and collaborative documentary shorts. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: FLM 201, FLM 225 or DMA 312