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Film Studies—Interdisciplinary Minor
The film studies program is an interdisciplinary minor designed to aid students in developing a broad understanding of the history of film, an awareness of film language used by filmmakers, and a critical viewing ability. The faculty for the program have been drawn from the Departments of Anthropology, Communication, English and History and bring a variety of experience and perspectives to the study of film.
Students interested in the film studies program should contact Department of English Chair Janie Hinds, 211 Hartwell Hall, (585) 395-2503, or jhinds@brockport.edu.
The film studies minor requires the completion of 16 credits as follows:
| Number | Courses | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENL 200 | The Art of the Film | 3 |
| FLM 301 | Theory and Criticism of Film (Offered as Directed Study) |
1-3 |
| FLM 302 | Documentary and Experimental Film | 3 |
| One course under the category Film and Society, by advisement | 3 | |
| Additional Film Studies courses, by advisement | 6 | |
| Total: | 16 | |
*NOTE: Student may substitute courses in video or film production (e.g. ART 415, CMC 348) for the documentary requirement. See Film Studies advisor for approval.
Film Studies Courses
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