German expressionist cinema

Explore this highly influential film movement that began with 'the Cabinet of Dr Caligari' and evolved theough a series of striking productions including 'Nosferatu', 'Faust', 'M', and many others, including the now fully restored 'Metropolis'.

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Key course information

Date
06/11/11

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £47^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HF054

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course explores the German Expressionist film movement from 1919 to the early 1930s. It considers the movement’s stylistic and thematic characteristics, its key films and filmmakers, the historical, industrial and artistic contexts in which it emerged, and its status as a national cinema. The course will also consider the movement’s impact on subsequent film movements and approaches to film style.

What topics will we cover?

Film history; film style; the German film industry in the 1920s; the concept of ‘national cinema’; genre; filmmakers associated with German Expressionist cinema.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

List and identify key German Expressionist films.
Identify and evaluate the movement’s main characteristics (e.g., its approach to film style and theme) and identify key filmmakers associated with the movement.
Evaluate German Expressionist cinema as an historical film movement and its position in film history.
Evaluate a range of critical approaches to film.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is suitable for all levels. It will provide an introduction to the subject but will also be useful for those wishing to build on previous study in this area. You do not need any particular skills but the course will involve some reading.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Screenings of extracts from films, talks by the tutor, handouts, whole group and small group discussions, articles, reviews and other course-related materials.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Students will require pens and paper but the tutor will provide all other materials.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.