Introduction to Digital Filmmaking
FILM 451
Fall 2023
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This course is designed for NON-FILM MAJORS to provide a basic understanding of how films are made, providing technical training and practical experience with digital video cameras, sound gear, and lighting equipment. Through a series of exercises, students will refine their critical and aesthetic sensibilities and develop a basic understanding of how to use composition, lighting, sound, and editing to tell a story. Time demands are heavy and irregularly distributed. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA FILM |
| Course Format: Studio | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (FILM-MN) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
ALL ARE OPTIONAL
Directing/Production: Directing: Film Techniques and Aesthetics, Michael Rabiger and Mick Huris-Cherrier, Focal Press, ISBN-13 978-0815394310, available online.
Directing The Actor: Friendly Enemies: The Director-Actor Relationship, Delia Salvey, Billboard Books, ISBN-13 9780823079445, available used online.
Film Lighting: Film Lighting, Kris Malkiewicz, Simon & Schuster, ISBN-13 9780671766344, available used online.
Electrical & Set Protocol: Set Lighting Technician's Handbook, Harry C. Box, Focal Press, ISBN-13- 978-1138391697, available online.
Camera & Set Protocol: The Camera Assistant¿s Manual, David E. Elkins, Focal Pres, ISBN- 978-0240818689, available online.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Final Exam during normal classes.
Production Binder.
Director's Journal.
Bi-weekly test of terminology.
Three projects to shoot. Two shot over weekends. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Instructor consent required |
| Instructor(s): Salinas-Albrecht,Alejandro Times: ..T.R.. 08:50AM-11:50AM; Location: CFS128; |
Permission of Instructor Required
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