Postwar American Independent Cinema
FILM 348
Fall 2012 not offered
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What exactly defines an "independent" film or filmmaker? How do independent filmmakers situate themselves in opposition to mainstream filmmaking and/or work in tandem with major studios? How have notions of independence changed over time? This course addresses these and other questions as it examines different models of American independent feature filmmaking in use from the studio era to the present day. We will explore the various methods of production, distribution, and exhibition utilized by independent filmmakers and their range of reliance on the major studios. In addition, we will consider the aesthetic relationship between independent films and mainstream filmmaking, focusing in particular on how independents have used film form and narrative to differentiate their product. Screenings include films directed by Ida Lupino, Sam Fuller, Herbert Biberman, Dwane Esper, Roger Corman, Russ Meyer, Melvin Van Peebles, John Waters, Robert Frank, Morris Engel, John Cassavetes, Shirley Clarke, Andy Warhol, Monte Hellman, Robert Altman, Barbara Kopple, Charles Burnett, Steven Soderbergh, Jim Jarmusch, John Sayles, Gus Van Sant, Marlon Riggs, Todd Haynes, Julie Dash, among others. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA FILM |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: (FILM304 AND FILM310) |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
Major Readings:
Geoff King, AMERICAN INDEPENDENT CINEMA
Yvonne Tasker, FIFTY CONTEMPORARY FILMMAKERS
Christine Vachon, SHOOTING TO KILL
Reading Packet
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Examinations and Assignments:
An analytical paper, a research paper, and an oral presentation. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Prerequisites:FILM304 and FILM310
Course fee: $60.00. This course is only open to junior and senior film majors. Attendance required. |
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