The Short Film: Study and Practice
FILM 312
Fall 2025
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For first-time filmmakers, the short film is an essential learning tool for finding and honing a personal vision. This course is designed for prospective majors and introduces the core fundamentals of visual storytelling for short fiction films. Through close study and analysis of a wide variety of short films by established and emerging filmmakers, students will learn how to identify and employ the principles of narrative structure and examine the strategy and impact of formal choices on the viewer. Course assignments include a short film analysis paper, loglines and treatments, pitch deck presentations, and two short film screenplays. Please note: This course cannot be taken simultaneously with other screenwriting courses. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA FILM |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: FILM304 AND FILM307 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Film Studies Minor)(Film Studies) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Course handouts and readings will be provided by the instructor via course Moodle.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Weekly writing assignments, one film analysis paper, in-class writing workshops of works in progress, submission of final portfolio. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
This course is designed for prospective majors who have completed the CFILM gateway courses, FILM 307 and FILM 304. Sophomores currently enrolled in FILM 307 may request a POI.
Interested students should fill out this Google form application ASAP during pre-registration indicating your academic interests, why you hope to enroll in this course and your prior experience, if any, with creative writing. This form is due no later than April 10.
Google Application Form:
https://forms.gle/ZaeiajVH5xRvGUt79
In addition, you must submit a POI request in order to be considered for this course:
Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click Add to My Courses and To request a POI electronically, click here to submit your request. |
| Instructor(s): Shepard,Sadia Times: .M.W... 10:50AM-12:10PM; Location: TBA |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 10 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
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