Department of European Studies & Modern Languages, Unit Catalogue 2008/09 |
EU50519 History of European cinema |
| Credits: 6 |
| Level: Masters |
| Semester: 1 |
| Assessment: CW 33%, ES 67% |
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Aims: To provide a systematic understanding of the history and development of European cinema, in relation to key movements and landmarks in European culture.
Learning Outcomes: On completion of this unit, students will be able to: * demonstrate a systematic understanding of the historical development of European cinema in relation to the wider context of European culture and history; * analyse critically the shifting relationship between film and other cultural discourse (art, literature, music, and photography) which marked twentieth century thought and understanding; * demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the achievements and significance of key filmic movements; * evaluate critically the influence of past movements and directors upon the contemporary language of cinema. Skills: On completion of this programme, students will be able: * to demonstrate the ability to use sophisticated analytical and critical skills to construct an original and independent evaluation of aspects of the history of European cinema * to communicate findings and conclusions clearly * to continue to develop personal knowledge and understanding of the history of European cinema Teaching, learning and assessment strategies to enable outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated: Lectures; student and tutor led seminars; independent research Assessment Coursework: seminar presentations; essay. Content: This unit will provide a critical account of the history of European cinema, including an evaluation of the significance of history in relation to film, and the shifting relationship between film and history. It will focus, in particular, upon a number of key movements such as Soviet silent film, Surrealism, Italian Neo-Realism, French & British New Wave movements; Defa and East German Cinema. |