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Fall 2023
Dec 26, 2024
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COMM 366 - Documentary Filmmaking
An advanced course that engages students in the production of non-fiction film. Students examine the history, theories, and practices of non-fiction storytelling, while studying the aesthetics, ethics, and other practical considerations inherent in the medium. Lectures and critiques encourage the analysis of non-fiction storytelling’s place in today’s society. Working in teams, students conceive an original idea and demonstrate competence by organizing and creating a non-fiction film. Additional emphasis is placed on the role of research, marketing, and distribution of these films. Demonstrations, guest lectures, field trips, screenings, and discussions supplement the study of this genre. Note: Students cannot receive credit for both this course and COMM 366 Field Production II. Prerequisite: COMM 280 Introduction to Film Production or permission of the instructor.
1.000 Credit hours
4.000 Lecture hours
2.000 Other hours

Levels: Non-Matriculated, Post-Baccalaureate Tchr Lcnse, Undergraduate
Schedule Types: Directed Study, Lecture/Studio

Communctn, Media, &Performance Department

Course Attributes:
Media Production (CMP), Undergraduate Level Course

Restrictions:
May not be assigned one of the following Student Attributes:     
      DGCE Student

Prerequisites:
PREREQ for COMM 366

General Requirements:

May not be taken concurrently.  )
or

May not be taken concurrently.  )
or
Course or Test: COMM 280
May not be taken concurrently. )


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