FILM 100 Introduction to Film
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Film (FILM) Courses
- FILM 100 Introduction to Film
- FILM 120 Film History I
- FILM 121 Film History II
- FILM 122 Film History Focus
- FILM 123 Documentary Film: Studies and Practice
- FILM 130 Film Directors
- FILM 135 Film Genres
- FILM 140 Contemporary World Cinema
- FILM 145 Watching Quality Television
- FILM 153 Screenwriting
- FILM 154 Expanded Scriptwriting Skills
- FILM 200 Women and Film
- FILM 215 Film and New Digital Media
- FILM 277 Film and Literature
Additional Content
Minimum Grade for Prerequisites
Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.
Course Description
This course introduces students to the critical analysis of film form, history, and culture, focusing on film and media literacy. Emphasis on understanding and appreciating the diversity of film art and cinematic language, as well as the impact of multicultural perspectives and new media technologies. We will examine culturally responsive topics of style and meaning across a broad range of film expression.
Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
- Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
- Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: ENGL C1000 (formerly ENGL 100) or ENGL C1000E (formerly ENGL 105)
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 3
Transfer Credit:
CSU/UC (Cal-GETC Area 3A)
C-ID: FTVE 105
