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”
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area(s) being explored.,,FALL 2023,,, ,SCORING FOR FILM,,The practice of scoring for film is as old as film,itself. This course will concern itself with the,creation of original music to accompany the visual,medium. Students will learn the basics of music,terminology and composition and … Continue reading “FLM-285 SPECIAL PROJECT 100/200”
Emphasis is placed on pushing the boundaries,(technologically, spatially and aesthetically),around the notions of narrative. Students,explore the history of non-traditional forms in,video and film, and may create single and,multi-channel video designed for galleries,,alternative and public sites. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: FLM 201
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
CHOOSE ONE COURSE-3 CREDITS,FLM 106 – INTRO TO FILMMAKING (or),DMA 270 – ANIMATION PRODUCTION Credits: 3 Prerequisites:
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