2010-2011 Academic Catalog 
    
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2010-2011 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

SCRN 101 - Foundations of Screen Studies


Introduction to film and related screen media, with emphasis on critical thought and analysis. The course begins with attention to aspects of filmmaking activities — such as cinematography, editing and sound — then explores more contextual screen areas such as art film traditions, screen genres, auteur theory, gender and representation, etc. Students actively analyze films in detail to foster an understanding of screen styles and meanings. Fulfills prerequisites for advanced screen-studies courses.

Cross Listed: COMM 103 

Instructor: Ms. Butzel, Ms. Larrieux and Mr. Manon

When Offered: Offered every other semester

Faculty: Marcia Butzel, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Screen Studies Adjunct Associate Professor of French and Comparative Literature Director, Screen Studies Program Stephanie F. Larrieux, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Screen Studies Hugh Manon, Ph.D.