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AF 101: “Art” Film Appreciation

Course Syllabus

1^st Semester, SY 2010

Francis Underwood C. King, ME

Sebastian E. Xavier, PhD

Course Description

“Art” Film Appreciation is the critical approach in viewing “art” films. Basically, what this course intends to do is open the mind of students when it comes to “art” films. Students will be equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills, and tools (hehehehehe) in understanding and analyzing “art” films. It also aims to teach students the methods and techniques in making/producing “art” films.

Course Objectives

At the end of the semester, the students should be able to:

1.    Differentiate the principles and techniques presented by the Western and Eastern “art” films

2.    Develop critical and analytical thinking when viewing “art” films

3.    Analyze literary elements presented by such films (if there are any)

4.    View “art” films as a respectable and profitable genre in cinema

5.    View “art” films as more than just a form of entertainment; but as a work of art as well

6.    Apply “art” films in everyday life

Course Contents

·         Introduction to “art” films

·         History of “art” films

o   The first “art” film

o   Censorship (bastards)

o   Effects of “art” films in mainstream cinema and culture

·         Western “art” films

o   American

o   European

·         Eastern “art” films

o   Japanese

o   Bomba Films

·         “Art” film animations

o   Western

o   Eastern

·         Application of “art” films in everyday life

Course Outline and Timeframe

Date	Activity
Week 1	Class orientation Getting to know the class Expectation Setting Checking of “potentials”
Week 2	Discussion of course requirements Grouping for the final project
Week 3	What is “Art” Film 101 The current state of “art” films
Week 4	History of “art” films Evolution of “art” films through years
Week 5	Censorship (bastards) Current laws regarding “art” films
Week 6	Effects of “art” films in mainstream cinema and culture Different perspectives on “art” films
Week 7	Long Test 1
Week 8	American “art” films Techniques and methods of American “art” films Production companies, organizations, and conventions Icons in Western “art” films
Week 9	European “art” films Techniques and methods of European “art” films Amsterdam Icons in European “art” films
Week 10	Long Test 2
Week 11	Japanese “art” films Techniques and methods of Japanese “art” films Peculiar censorship of Japanese “art” films Icons in Japanese “art” films
Week 12	Filipino “art” films Techniques and methods of Filipino “art” films Bomba tapes during the martial law era Icons in Filipino “art” films
Week 13	Long Test 3
Week 14	Western “art” film animation
Week 15	Eastern “art” film animation
Week 16	Application of “art” films
Week 17	Synthesis of lessons Consulation for the final project
Week 18	Final Exam

Course References

Moore, A. (2006). Lost Girls. Georgia: Top Shelf Productions

Jameson, J. and Strauss, N. (2004). How to Make Love Like a Pornstar: A Cautionary Tale.   New York: ReganBooks.

THE INTERNET

Other additional materials “provided” by the instructors

Course Requirements

Major Exams: 4 Long Tests    =          40%

Major Papers: 4 Review Papers         =          20%

Assignments and Class Participation             =          10%

Group Project: Homemade Film (Giggity, giggity, goo!)        =          30%

Grading System

A          = 92% and above                                                       

B+       = 87 - 91                                                         

B          = 83 - 86                                                                     

C+       = 79 - 82                                                                     

C         = 75 - 78         

D         = 70 - 74

F          = below 70%

W         = more than 3 cuts

K (kickout)      = no final project                    

Classroom Policies

1.    3 lates will be considered as 1 cut

2.    Students are only allowed a maximum of 3 cuts

3.    Submit a 2x2 picture by the 2^nd meeting

4.    Bring their own laptop to class

5.    Must have a good internet connection and a functional browser

6.    Must have a credit card account

7.    Students must bring a DVD of their choice every meeting for show and tell

8.    Use of cellular phones are only allowed for transfer of data

9.    BYOT – Bring Your Own Tissue

10.  Clean the mess before leaving the classroom

Class Hours

Every Friday, 6 – 9 PM

Consultation Hours

Anytime as long as you make an appointment. If you really need to consult and you don’t have an appointment, just bring something new to show us; that would serve as your password. No, you cannot contact us.