Module Descriptors
FILM HISTORY AND FILM THEORY (1)
FTVR40405
Key Facts
School of Computing and Digital Technologies
Level 4
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Glendyn Jones
Email: G.R.Jones@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 72
Independent Study Hours: 228
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
  • COURSEWORK - SECOND ESSAY weighted at 50%
  • COURSEWORK -ESSAY weighted at 50%
Module Details
Module Texts
Nelmes, J. (2003) Introduction to Film Studies, Routledge
Neale, s. (2002) Genre and Contemporary Hollywood BFI
Schatz, T. (1981) Hollywood Genres, Temple pub
Stanley, R.H. (2003) Making Sense of Movies McGraw Hill
Module Resources
Library, Internet, Film theatre, TV/DVD/Video
Blackboard will all be used as a learning support. A module handbook will be made available.
Module Indicative Content
The module will focus upon key historical moments in film and highlight and discuss key film theories that have informed film studies. This will help identify why these key historical moments and theories are important in the production and understanding of film. Both areas underpin production, analysis and critique of film and this module helps recognise their importance. Topics covered will be e.g. film authorship, film genre, the innovators of film, the historical development of sound in film.

Module Additional Assessment Details
2 x Essays of 2000 words each=50% each essay (LO 1-5)

Key Information Set:
100% Coursework
Module Learning Strategies
A programme of lectures, seminars and screenings will highlight the topic and give opportunity for analysis and discussion of particular aspects of film theory and film's history.

Key Information Set:
25% tutor led contact, guided learning/lectures
75% independent learning, reading, research