Monday movies: an afternoon at the cinema

Weekly ‘what’s on’ reported by learners is illustrated with film theory and history. Contemporary and classical cinema includes a taste of the current evening film courses. All ages, all levels, all in the afternoon.

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Key course information

Dates
19/09/11 - 05/12/11

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
12 weeks

Time
12:30 - 14:30

Fees
Full fee: £120
Senior fee: £68
Concession: £32

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HF004

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

To instil a working knowledge of the debates on film theory and to provide close visual/aural analysis of specific feature films/extracts. We aim to lead students through to a clear critical awareness. You will develop your abilities to analyse film and become more cine-literate questioning all the stereotypes and myths regarding film-making.

What topics will we cover?

A study of the latest film releases and an overview of different film styles.
A look at the best venues for particular kinds of movies and a comparison of recent Oscar winners.
Early film history with illustrations from the first films ever made. The difference between arthouse and mainstream.

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

- Read a film, to decode the image
- Read the subtext
- Distinguish between the various periods of cinema
- Identify another cinema co-existing alongside the mainstream
- Discover the inner-workings of film-making (how do they do that?)
- Demonstrate an understanding of cinema as a form of cultural production.

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

Only a passion for cinema is required but a a willingness to listen, discuss and learn from others in the class is expected.

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

Screenings, lectures, small group-discussions, interviews, surprise events. The primary tool is in the form of video extracts to focus discussion and to illustrate particular films in a type of lateral-viewing.

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

No extra costs involved although there will be optional, occasional visits to the cinema for new releases or the relevant repertory review. Bring pen and paper.

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. There will be both formal and informal opportunities for students to discuss their progress should they wish to do so.

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?

Further study and research may be carried out in the City Lit library, at the British Film Institute (by arrangement with the tutor) or Westminster Reference Library at Leicester Square. The tutor has an extensive library of books/videos to loan and is available to guide/monitor further study.

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.