History of TV & Film
This course provides an overview of the development of film and television, covering key movements, technological advances, and influential creators. Students will study historical trends, landmark productions, and cultural contexts that shaped visual storytelling from early cinema to contemporary media.
- Trace the evolution of film and television history.
- Identify key movements, genres, and milestones in visual media.
- Analyze historical and cultural influences on cinematic and broadcast storytelling.
- Evaluate landmark works for technical, narrative, and aesthetic contributions.
- Contextualize contemporary media practices within historical developments.
The whole semester.
- 01Introduction to Film and Television History
- 02Early Cinema and Silent Films
- 03The Birth of Sound and Talkies
- 04Classical Hollywood Cinema
- 05International Cinema Movements
- 06Television Origins and Early Broadcasts
- 07Golden Age of Television
- 08 · MidtermInnovations in Cinematography and Editing
- 09Color Film and Technological Advances
- 10New Wave Cinema and Experimental Film
- 11Cable, Satellite, and the Rise of TV Networks
- 12Contemporary Cinema Trends
- 13Streaming Platforms and Digital Media
- 14Documentary and Non-Fiction Media Evolution
- 15Cross-Cultural Influences in Film & TV
- 16Final Project Development
Midterm around session 8. Final project briefed at session 8 or 9 and developed in stages until the juries.
Students will research and present a comprehensive timeline and visual presentation covering a specific period or movement in film or television history. The project should demonstrate understanding of historical context, key works, technological innovations, and cultural impact. Evaluation will focus on research depth, clarity of presentation, and contextual analysis.
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