An introduction to the critical study of film and moving images, covering basic elements of cinemaconstruction of the image in the frame (including lighting, the use of black and white and color), editing, elements of sound, and narrative strategies. The course will consider the effects of technological changes on cinematic practice, on the nature of the film industry and on audiences. Emphasis on constructing readings of films as well as on basic theoretical strategies that question and critique the role of cinema in culture and society.
A semester-long study of topics in Cinema Studies. Topics and emphases will vary according to the instructor. This course may be repeated for credit with different topics. See the New and Topics Courses page on the Registrar's webpage for descriptions and applicability to graduation requirements.
Propaganda is a word that people often mistakenly associate with what the other does rather than what we do. This course will introduce theories relevant to the study of propaganda and examine strategies that propagandists employ in their efforts to direct the beliefs and attitudes of their audience. The course will focus on film and cartoon propaganda of WWII, the Cold War, and the 21st century but will not be limited to those media. Students will be asked to consider the ethical implications of propaganda use. The course is discussion centered and project based. A screening time will be required every other week to accommodate longer films.
A semester-long study of topics in Cinema Studies. Topics and emphases will vary according to the instructor. This course may be repeated for credit with different topics. See the New and Topics Courses page on the Registrar's webpage for descriptions and applicability to graduation requirements.
The course will explore cinematic experiments associated with avant-garde movements and aesthetic tendencies, such as Expressionism, Futurism, Dada, Surrealism, and Abstraction. While the class will focus primarily on early stages of cinematic development from the 1890s to 1940s, it will also examine more current filmic creations according to different Postmodern perspectives.
This course is offered to sophomores, juniors, and seniors majoring in Cinema Studies. The instructor will work with students to help acquire internships in the Salem/Portland area and oversee the internship as it progresses throughout the semester. A variety of internship placements will be pursued including those in pre-production, production, distribution, and exhibition. Interns are placed only in positions which provide academic learning opportunities and the availability of such positions may be limited. Credit will vary depending on number of hours and extent of final paper; all interns will maintain a journal of internship experiences and meet regularly with the instructor. Interested students should contact Cinema Studies faculty the semester prior to the internship in order to secure a worthwhile position.
A semester-long study of topics in Film. Topics and emphases will vary according to the instructor. This course may be repeated for credit with different topics. See the New and Topics Courses page on the Registrar's webpage for descriptions and applicability to graduation requirements.
A semester-long study of topics in Film. Topics and emphases will vary according to the instructor. This course may be repeated for credit with different topics. See the New and Topics Courses page on the Registrar's webpage for descriptions and applicability to graduation requirements.
CINE 498W is a writing-centered course for Cinema Studies majors completing their senior project. The course includes faculty instructions, discussions, and three significant drafts and is finished with a final version of an academic paper. Seniors are expected to present the paper to the Willamette University community.
Development of a senior thesis or project approved by Film Studies faculty and developed in a group seminar as well as advanced independent work.
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