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FINE ARTS
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FILM I, II — INTRODUCTION TO FILM
These film courses introduce students to the historical evolution of the moving
pictures industry and the art of filmmaking. Students survey the people and
companies that made the technology currently used in this industry. Students
conduct hands-on exploration of the equipment style and technology used
to produce films. Students also examine the principles and practice of good
filmmaking. The “Rules of the Art Form” are applied to this course. Art is
breaking the rules, but ONLY after the basic rules are understood and mastered.
By the second semester, the students are writing, producing, and editing their
own films/videos.
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Type: Elective
Credit: .5
Prerequisites: Courses must be taken in sequential order.
FILM III
In Film III, students continue to hone their craft, learning to use new programs
such as Apple Motion, as well as Adobe AfterEffects and Premiere. These
programs give them an edge in editing video and creating special effects, as
well as giving them hands-on experience with software used by professionals
in the film industry today. Students will also delve deeper into cinematic topics,
including units on documentary and cinema from around the world. They will
take on their own documentary project, as well as continue to collaborate with
their peers on projects that explore their own passions and interests. The class
also provides opportunities to assist with professional videos to promote the
school internally and externally, giving students who plan to explore film further
beyond Shelton a chance to build their resume.
Option for one (1) required Fine Arts or Technology credit
Type: Elective
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: Film I and II
FILM IV — SENIOR INDEPENDENT STUDIES PROJECT
This course is designed for the senior with advanced skills who is college-bound.
The course is structured around independent (though supervised) research
studies in film. The class begins with a teacher-directed research assignment,
modeling college research and study habits, which students will synthesize into
a film project. Students then propose a “treatment” for a project of their choice.
Students defend the merits of the project and design how it will develop in
content, and schedule deadlines of that development. Students will be critiqued
on their development and are expected to produce updates periodically. A final
project will be submitted at the end of the final semester.
Grade Level: 12
Type: Elective
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: Film I or II, or Theater, Music, or Art, instructor recommendation
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