Undergraduate Catalog 2018-2019

ENGL 2222 Introduction to Film

A historical review of film history, techniques, aesthetics, genres, criticism.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

ENGL 1102 with a grade of "C" or better.

Typically Offered

Demorest Campus: fall day

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

  1. Understanding and appropriate use of cinematic language and terminology.
  2. Familiarity with cinematic genres and devices such as plot, setting, characterization, point of view, and theme.
  3. Awareness of the historical development of cinematic forms.
  4. Appreciation of issues concerning adaptation.
  5. Confidence in producing original criticism based on close reading of a filmic text.
  6. Sophistication in interpreting and evaluating secondary sources so as to enter the critical conversation.
  7. Increased self-awareness through informed, imaginative engagement with other selves.