FMP 210 - The Art of Cinema

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This course will introduce the art and technology of cinema, exploring the variety of the film experience and the ways of viewing. Students will learn about the basic cinematic techniques and structures, including mise-en-scene, use of cinematography, editing, sound, story, and the distinct language that film uses. Students will also create a micro-short using techniques learning in this course. Film examples from prominent directors, such as Spielberg, Hitchcock, Tarantino, Fincher, etc. will be screened in class. This is a Signature Learning class that meets the Fine Arts requirement. (Offered every semester.)

Prerequisite(s): None.