FILM STUDIES MINOR CURRICULUM

The first cluster provides 1) a general introduction to the study of film with a focus on developing critical skills and investigating diverse approaches to analysis; and 2) an introduction to individual genres, directors, and trends in American cinema.

The second cluster exposes students to 1) important and emerging trends in non-traditional and non-American cinema; 2) the role of cinema in the representation of world cultures; and 3) the role of cinema in social and political change.

The third cluster allows students to 1) develop expertise in one or more areas of specialization; and 2) understand film within the broader fields of media and visual culture.

Although the Film Studies minor offers students some latitude in defining their own course of study within the framework established by the Department of English, this freedom comes with the responsibility of carefully planning a course of study that is both comprehensive and challenging. Because of the special demands of the Film Studies minor and the diversity of its offerings, current and potential minors are encouraged to consult with the Film Studies advisor on a regular basis.

18 hours total
(6 hours of core courses, plus 12 hours of approved elective courses)

CLUSTER 1: CORE CURRICULUM (6 hours):

ENGL 212: Cinema: History and Criticism
ENGL 351: Studies in American Film

In addition to the courses listed below, certain independent studies, tutorials, and special topics courses dealing specifically with film may also count toward the film minor, as determined by the Film Studies advisor on a case by case basis.

CLUSTER 2: WORLD CINEMA/WORLD CULTURE (at least 3 hours):

ARTH 306: Studies in Modern, Contemporary, and Film Arts*
CLAS 270: The Romans in Cinema
LTIT 270: Introduction to Italian Cinema
LTIT 370: Studies in Italian Film
LTPO 270: Studies in Brazilian Film
LTGR 270: Studies in German Film
GRMN 472: Studies in German Cinema
LTRS 270: Studies in Russian Film
LTSP 256: Latin American Literature and Film
FREN 370: Studies in French Film and Literature
POLS 359: Politics, Film, and Africa

*This course must have film-related course content to count toward the Film Studies minor

CLUSTER 3: SPECIALIZED TOPICS IN FILM & MEDIA (at least 3 hours):

ARTH 392: The Camera and Visual Perception
ARTH 293: Introduction to Film Art
THTR 350: Screenwriting
ENGL 390: Studies in Film
ENGL 399: Tutorial or ENGL 404: Independent Study
PHIL 185: Philosophy and Film
RELS 280: Religion and Film
THTR 350: Selected Topics in Communication Production