Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2024 - CA 231 D100

Filmmaking III (5)

Class Number: 6337

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 8 – Apr 12, 2024: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
    GOLDCORP

  • Prerequisites:

    CA (or FPA) 230 and CA (or FPA) 233.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

This course continues the work begun in CA (or FPA) 230-5 Filmmaking II. Students will acquire proficiency in film technique through lab exercises, readings and film screenings. As well, all students will participate in the completion of short original films which were begun in CA (or FPA) 230. Emphasis is placed on the development of means for creative expression supported by technical skills. Laboratory fee required. Students should be advised that film production will probably incur significant costs in addition to lab fees. Students with credit for FPA 231 may not take this course for further credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will be focus on on elements of post-production in the co-creation of short films. Emphasis will be placed on creative collaboration, editing, feedback and revision, post-production workflow, and distribution strategy. Students will be encouraged to further explore and develop their voice through in-depth exploration of their project and to support their peers through thoughtful critique and feedback.  Students will be expected to have completed post production of their intended short film project by the end of term. 

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

By the end of the course, students will be able to :

  • Build confidence, take risks and learn from mistakes within the collaborative filmmaking process
  • Gain confidence and practice guiding a film through picture lock and the post-production process
  • Explore the wide-ranging possibilities of cinema through regular screenings and discussions
  • Strengthen skills in both giving and receiving constructive critique on issues which include narrative/story, structure, emotion and feeling, time and pacing, and sound/music.
  • Understand and strategize avenues for sharing their film with wider audiences

Grading

  • Informational Interview 15%
  • Rough Cut + Reflection 30%
  • Picture Lock + Reflection 30%
  • Participation / Ethic 25%

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

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