Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Liverpool Screen School
Learning Methods
Workshop
Module Offerings
6043FILM-SEP-MTP
Aims
The course aims to deepen student's knowledge of the most important theoretical writings in film studies. Film Studies' staff research interests will drive the choice of films and texts. The course assumes that there is no non-theoretical approach to understanding film. Every interpretation must use some kind of 'lens' through which to understand its subject. The course will allow students to step back and examine the lens of criticism itself. Students will also be able to hone their own critical skills.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of approaches to film interpretation.
2.
Analyse film using the methods of interpretation discussed.
3.
Demonstrate a critical engagement with film interpretation.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:
Through a series of seminars student will develop a deep understanding how to interpret film through a variety of theoretical approaches.
Through a series of seminars student will develop a deep understanding how to interpret film through a variety of theoretical approaches.
Module Overview:
Through a series of seminars student will develop a deep understanding how to interpret film through a variety of theoretical approaches. These will include text-based approaches, as well as other understandings, such as paratexts and promotion, taste cultures, audiences, and fandom.
Through a series of seminars student will develop a deep understanding how to interpret film through a variety of theoretical approaches. These will include text-based approaches, as well as other understandings, such as paratexts and promotion, taste cultures, audiences, and fandom.