COM 234 - Introduction to Film

Institution:

County College of Morris

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Prerequisite: Placement Basis or ENG 025 LEC 3 hrs., LAB 0 hrs. This course satisfies the Diversity/Global Perspective requirement. Through the study of representative major works of world cinema, students are introduced to the history and development of film as a creative medium of artistic expression and mass communication. Discussion topics include First Amendment issues, technological breakthroughs, technical elements of film making, film genres, and the influence of business, economics and socio-political contexts. Students are encouraged to approach film analytically and critically, to consciously examine elements beyond actors and plot, and to expand cinematic interest into realms beyond the Hollywood mainstream production.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.CCM.EDU

Phone Number:

(973) 328-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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