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The class sets the foundations for a working knowledge of the major debates that have informed Cinema Studies. Students will gain the necessary tools to use and understand the language of film theory and criticism.
The purpose of this course is to supply students with the necessary tools to use and understand the language of film theory and criticism. Cinema Studies, like any other academic discipline, possesses a set of theoretical terms and concepts that initially appear daunting. The class sets the foundation for a working knowledge of the major debates and discourses that have informed Cinema Studies. As a result, students will gain the necessary confidence and skill to analyse and interpret selected films from a theoretical perspective.
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attributes specified below:
Critically competent in a core academic discipline of their award
Students know and can critically evaluate and, where applicable, apply this knowledge to topics/issues within their majoring subject.
30 points of CINE at 100 level, orany 45 points at 100 level, orequivalent preparation with the approval of the Programme Coordinator. RP: CINE101 and CINE102
CINE101 and CINE102
Contact hours:2 hours lecture3 hours screening (includes 1 hour discussion)
Alan Wright
Recommended Reading:Film Studies: Critical Approaches. Eds. Hill and ChurchFilm Theory and Criticism. 7th Ed. Eds. Braudy and CohenCinema Studies: the Key Concepts. Susan HaywardFilms offered:The IncrediblesMeet Me in Saint LouisTokyo StoryBicycle ThievesBashuWalz with BashirVertigoMulholland DriveMemories of MurderZamaHerArrival
Domestic fee $761.00
International fee $3,188.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Humanities .