AENG 106 Introduction to Literature and Film (University at Albany)
GRADES 11-12 1/2 UNIT 3 UHS Credits
PREREQUISITE: STUDENTS MUST HAVE AN 85+ IN PREVIOUS ENGLISH COURSE TO QUALIFY FOR THIS COURSE AND/OR TEACHER RECOMMENDATION
Why do the best movies start as written stories? This is a question we’ll explore during our semester together. By the end of our semester, you should be well-versed on many aspects of filmmaking, film history, and film analysis. We will explore many elements of creating a movie, from the principles of film form, to types of movies, elements of narrative, mise-en-scene, cinematography, acting, editing, sound, and film history. We will read a number of short stories, novels, and screenplays before analyzing their adaptation to the big screen. Your attendance in the course is mandatory, as skills learned early in the course will benefit you later in the course. This course is run as a college seminar and therefore places a premium on preparation and participation. Our learning community requires consistent attendance and engagement. Expect to immerse yourself in the world of film and filmmaking, with the end-goal of becoming an expert at looking at movies.