FILM V01 Introduction to Media Aesthetics and Cinematic Arts


 
Course Description:
Making powerfully effective moving images demands an understanding of the fine art of transferring ideas, meanings, and feelings into emotionally charged visual communication. This course examines broad questions of form and content, aesthetics and meaning, and history and culture that underlie the timeless value of works fashioned by the world's master image-makers. Instruction includes lectures, discussion, and critical analysis of texts drawn from feature films, documentaries, television, and other media. Diverse possibilities presented by the cinematic art form are explored through an examination of a wide variety of productions, national cinemas, and film movements. Topics include modes of production, narrative and non-narrative forms, visual design, editing, sound, genre, ideology and critical analysis. Recommended Prep: ENGL V02 or ENGL V03, or eligible to enroll in ENGL V01A as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
Meets General Ed Areas:
CSU Area C1,VCCCD GE Area C1,IGETC Area 3A
Course Corequisites:
NONE
Recommended Prep:
ENGL V02 or ENGL V03, or eligible to enroll in ENGL V01A as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process.
Field trips
may be required.

Section Information as of 21-DEC-2024 09:12:00 PM

  • Title: FILM V01 Introduction to Media Aesthetics and Cinematic Arts
  • CRN: 31525
  • Instructor: Maestu, Nicolas
  • Section Corequisites: NONE
  • Zero Textbook Cost Program Participates in Zero Textbook Cost Program
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  • Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
  • Course Materials: Ventura College Bookstore
Meeting Time and Location
3.00 HRS/WK ONLINE Ventura Internet Classes 01/13/25 05/23/25
Seating Availability
Capacity Taken Available
40 31 9
Waitlist Availability
Capacity Taken Available
5 0 5
Critical Dates for this Course
Term: Spring 2025
Last day to add class: 02-FEB-2025
Last day to drop with a refund: 24-JAN-2025
Last day to drop without a "W": 02-FEB-2025
Last day to drop with a "W": 25-APR-2025
Census Date: 03-FEB-2025