The Art of Film
AFVS 70
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Description
This introductory course surveys the history of film and visual media in the 20th and 21st centuries. We will both explore the rise of major cinematic movements in their striving to define the “art of film” and shed light on the often overlooked parts and marginalized figures in the history of film. Building upon Rudolf Arnheim’s concept of visual thinking, this class puts special emphasis on creative practices and visual exercises that introduce students to new forms of visual expression and argumentation. Weekly video blogs, a visual essay, and a collaborative film festival project will further advance and diversify our multi-faceted approach to the history of film and visual media.
Course Notes
This course is required for all students concentrating in or pursuing a secondary field in the Film and Visual Studies track of AFVS. The instructor of this course is Dan D'Amore.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
NOTE: This course requires additional sections; you will be prompted to choose secondary components during the Add to Cart process
