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
This advanced course in documentary theory and,practice emphasizes the maker’s ability to,witness, document, and impact a world in motion.,While studying contemporary documentary practices,including newer forms such as “reality”,,participatory, and immersive works, students will,spend the bulk of the semester on a self-directed,production of social relevance, and contribute to,a collaborative production with peers. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: FLM … Continue reading “FLM-279 DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING II”
This advanced course in experimental filmmaking,will challenge students to research and create,forward-thinking film art-short films, video,sculptures, expanded cinema-that consider,emotional, intellectual, physical, and,technological experiences as both maker and,viewer. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: FLM 288 OR DMA 345
Narrative Filmmaking is a dynamic two-course,sequence implementing the phases of production.,This first course is a concentrated period of,pre-production beginning with research as students,examine the core elements of cinema – light,,space, and time – through screenings, readings,,practical exercises, discussions, and critical,writing. This will provide a base for concept,development, creative writing, and production,design, culminating in a professional … Continue reading “FLM-325 NARRATIVE FILMMAKING I”
This advanced film production course picks up,where Narrative Filmmaking I left off. It allows,students to focus their energies on the production,of a short of their own design, while continuing,to develop their technical skillset. The class is,a functioning small production studio, with,students crewing for each other in a range of,roles, participating in location scouting, casting,calls, the … Continue reading “FLM-326 NARRATIVE FILMMAKING II”
This pre-thesis course functions as a think tank,toward Film Thesis projects with ideation, story,,and screenwriting sessions; self-directed studio,days to hone skills and explore technical and,aesthetic interests; and professional development,workshops focused on demo reel construction,,resume writing, and presentation skills. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: FLM 278 or DMA 342, FLM 288 or DMA 345, FLM 325 or DMA … Continue reading “FLM-364 RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT”
This course affords students the time and space to,undertake major independently initiated film,projects, series, and/or other moving image works.,Students may propose narrative, documentary and/or,experimental projects with the goal of producing,them over the course of two semesters alongside,their peers, capitalizing on their pooled skill,sets and goals. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: FLM 364 OR DMA 333
CHOOSE 100 LEVEL COURSE – 3 CREDITS.,IAD DEPT. APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR STUDIO ELECTIVE,SELECTION & PLACEMENT. CHOOSE COURSES FROM,UNDERGRADUATE MAJOR CODES: DAD, DAF, DCE, DCR,,DFD, DGL, DME, DFA, DGD, FAD, FLM, DMA, DIL, DIN,,DPH, DPR, DTR. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:
CHOOSE 100 LEVEL STUDIO COURSE – 3 CREDITS.,IAD DEPT. APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR STUDIO ELECTIVE,SELECTION & PLACEMENT. CHOOSE COURSES FROM,UNDERGRADUATE MAJOR CODES: DAD, DAF, DCE, DCR,,DFD, DGL, DME, DFA, DGD, FAD, FLM, DMA, DIL, DIN,,DPH, DPR, DTR. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:
CHOOSE 200 LEVEL COURSE – 3 CREDITS. ,IAD DEPT. APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR STUDIO ELECTIVE,SELECTION & PLACEMENT FROM UNDERGRADUATE MAJOR,CODES: DAD, DAF, DCE, DCR, DFD, DGL, DME, DFA,,DGD, FAD, FLM, DMA, DIL, DIN, DPH, DPR, DTR. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: