University General Course Catalog 2021-2022 
    
    Feb 10, 2025  
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FILM 600 - Film Theory

(3 units)
This course moves from film theory’s beginnings in the silent era and progresses to our contemporary moment. We will pair key moments in film theory’s history with a variety of film examples to gain a theoretically sophisticated vocabulary for discussing what movies are and do. (ENG 600 and FILM 600 are cross-listed; credits may be earned in one of the two.)

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. critically discuss and write about the development of movements in film theory.
2. identify and define key concepts in film theory.
3. analyze works of film art using theoretical concepts.
4. apply their knowledge of film theory to their area of specialization.


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