FILM 3100 examines cinema from its origins to the development of sound, FILM 3150 covers from sound up to the present. An examination of techniques for shooting action based on the needs of the editor to the capabilities of the cinematographer. Students work on scene studies rehearsed outside and presented in class. FVT 105,117,150,200,209, 250. Scripting, planning, casting, storyboarding and production of individual student projects to be shot on film or digital video.
Emphasis is on storytelling and professional techniques.
Cutting the individual projects shot on film or video in FILM 3270, using the Mac-based DV edit lab and a variety of software packages. Emphasis on outputting a professional quality narrative product with full audio and visual sweetening . Students will master film and video set lighting techniques for studio and locations. Focus on art, technology, methodology, exposure, instruments, rigging and terminology while working on student projects. Rhythm, pace, structure, and general rules of thumb for cutting in all the genres will be covered.