Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2026 - CA 331 D100

Filmmaking V (4)

Class Number: 4277

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 5 – Apr 10, 2026: Thu, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
    GOLDCORP

  • Instructor:

    Noe Rodriguez
    noer@sfu.ca
    Office: GCA3835

  • Prerequisites:

    CA 330.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

The second of two courses which supports students in exploring process-driven filmmaking. Through individual and collaborative film projects, students will push their creative boundaries and begin to refine their unique voices as artists. A laboratory fee is required. Film production may require personal funding in addition to the lab fees. Students with credit for CA 393 may not take this course for further credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course aims to expand on the filmmaking notions explored in CA330. Students will continue exploring process-driven approaches, will take creative risks, and experiment with unconventional methods. Through individual and collaborative projects, they will push the boundaries of their artistic expression and begin to refine their unique identity as filmmakers. Emphasis will be put in four areas: research, production, presentation, and analysis. Commitment to collaboration, rigorous engagement with research and critique, resourceful thinking, and dedication to artistic fruition are key. The course work will lead to a final film screening at the Djavad Mowafaghian Cinema. 

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

  • Further develop the students’ artistic voice.
  • Exposure to artists working in moving image, and to how they contextualize their work
  • Expand on process-driven methodologies for filmmaking.
  • Further emphasize the importance of research for film projects.
  • Nurture the ongoing dialogue amongst contemporary film practices.
  • Expand on the creative possibilities of sound as part of the cinematic experience.
  • Further develop critical skills and confidence to analyse and provide feedback to a wide range of cinematic works.

Grading

  • Film Exercises 30%
  • Final Film 50%
  • Engagement 20%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Students will be provided readings on a regular basis and will be asked to discuss in class and/or to provide reading reports.

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:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.