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CTVA 421. Writing the Short Film (3)

Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or higher in CTVA 320 and instructor consent (for screenwriting option); grade of “C” or higher in CTVA 355 and instructor consent (for film production…

CTVA 350. Film Directing (3)

Prerequisites: Film Portfolio acceptance (for film production option); grade of “C” or higher in CTVA 100, CTVA 210, CTVA 220 and CTVA 250 (for screenwriting option). Examination of basic…

CTVA 250. Fundamentals of Film Production (3)

Prerequisite: ART 250. Introductory course in Television-Film Production. Use of film as a creative medium and art form in mass communication, using 16mm production techniques. 6 hours lab per…

CTVA 355. Intermediate Film Production (3)

Prerequisite: Film Portfolio acceptance. Intermediate course in 16mm film production, with emphasis on story and the creative use of the motion picture camera, sound, editing and other aesthetic elements….

ENGL 312. Literature, Film, and Media (3)

Prerequisite: Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Study of the theory and practice of adaptation between media, including literary works and films; analysis of adapted works or genres,…

MUS 108. Music in Film (3)

Exploration of the role of music in films as it stimulates the emotional response to the visual aspects of the art form; examination of the historical evolution of film

CTVA 505. Contemporary Film Analysis (3)

…of dramaturgy used in contemporary motion pictures to impact audiences emotionally and intellectually. Effective story outlining paradigms are investigated, and story strengths and weaknesses are analyzed. Written film analysis assignments are required….

CTVA 359. Postproduction Sound Design for Film and Electronic Media (3)

…design for film and electronic media. Topics include history, theory, dialogue editing, sound effects, Foley, ADR and surround sound. Dual emphasis on individual creativity and production group dynamics. 3 hours…

PHIL 314. Philosophy of Film and Literature (3)

Prerequisite: Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Investigation of philosophical concepts and problems relating to and expressed through film and literature. Questions may include: Why do we care…

CTVA 215. Cult Film and Television (3)

Prerequisites: Completion of the lower division writing requirement; Recommended Preparatory: CTVA 100, CTVA 210 and CTVA 220. This course will provide students with an introduction to the “cult” film