Documentary Perspectives: The Essay Film

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Course Description

In this class we will explore the essay film as a distinct genre of documentary filmmaking. The course is organized as an inquiry into the nature of the essay film, its historical and formal development, as well as a survey of the major works that make up this genre. Each student will be an active participant in this investigation through class discussions, readings and writing assignments.

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Grading Basis

RLT - Letter (ABCD/NP)

Min

4

Max

4

Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?

Yes

Total Units Allowed for Degree Credit

999

Course Component

Seminar

Enrollment Optional?

No

Does this course satisfy the University Language Requirement?

No

Programs

FILMEDIA210A is a completion requirement for: