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FKM156

FILM ANALYSIS

Course Code
FKM156
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
4
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Define fundamental concepts and approaches related to film analysis.
  2. Analyze a film's narrative structure, characters, and use of time and space.
  3. Evaluate mise-en-scene, cinematography, editing, and sound within the context of film language.
  4. Explain how visual and auditory elements contribute to meaning-making in film.
  5. Systematically analyze a film in terms of its technical, aesthetic, narrative, and thematic characteristics.
  6. Apply observation, interpretation, and critical thinking skills in film analysis.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course covers the fundamental concepts and approaches of film analysis, the basic components of film language, and the ways in which meaning is constructed in films. Narrative structure, character, time and space, mise-en-scene, cinematography, camera use, lighting and color, editing, sound and music, genre, and theme are examined through selected films and scenes. By viewing examples from different periods, genres, and modes of filmmaking, students practice analyzing and interpreting films from technical, aesthetic, narrative, and thematic perspectives.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to film analysis: Viewing, interpreting, and analyzing films
2nd Week Film language and the fundamental elements of cinematic expression
3rd Week Narrative analysis: Story, plot, character, and narration
4th Week The use of time and space in cinema
5th Week Mise-en-scene analysis: Setting, decor, costume, performance, and staging
6th Week Cinematography: Shot sizes, camera angles, camera movements, and composition
7th Week Analysis of lighting, color, and visual atmosphere
8th Week Midterm Examination
9th Week Editing analysis: Relationships between shots, continuity, rhythm, and time
10th Week Film sound: Dialogue, sound effects, music, silence, and sound-image relations
11th Week Film genres and genre analysis
12th Week Analysis of themes, motifs, symbols, and visual metaphors
13th Week Evaluation of film form, style, and directorial approach
14th Week Student film analyses and general evaluation
Recommended or Required ReadingBordwell, D., Thompson, K., & Smith, J. Film Art: An Introduction. McGraw-Hill.
Monaco, J. How to Read a Film. Oxford University Press.
Giannetti, L. Understanding Movies. Pearson.
Corrigan, T., & White, P. The Film Experience: An Introduction. Bedford/St. Martin's.
Ryan, M., & Lenos, M. An Introduction to Film Analysis: Technique and Meaning in Narrative Film. Continuum.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Presentation
  • Report Preparation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 1 14
Preparation for Final exam 1 30 30
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework 4 3 12
Total Work Load120
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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