FTV352

Looking at Movies provides an introduction to the history and aesthetics of cinema as a major art form of the 20th century from the perspective of the film artist working within the context of the Hollywood film industry. During this course, students will examine film artists' methodologies in terms of their use of filmic technology, film form/aesthetics, and genre categories in successive historical contexts. Students will also analyze the development of film form, styles, and genres and the impact their specific cultural contexts have on how films make meaning and address cultural issues by actively watching and analyzing selected example films.

GE - T2-ARTS (Tier 2 Arts), GEED - EPART (Gen Ed: EP Artist), WE - WEC (Writing Emphasis Course)