Film (FILM Courses)
FILM 101 Film as Art and Communication
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
Course Offered:
Fall
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
An introduction to a variety of international film styles, themes, and directors,
as well as to the art of the documentary and experimental film. Emphasis is placed
on ways films communicate through acting, photography, sound, and editing.
FILM 102 Hollywood and the American Film
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
The development of American film through critical appraisal of major directors' works
from both the sound and silent eras. The films examined are representative of their
directors as artists and of major social, cultural and aesthetic movements within
the film industry and country.
FILM 103 Contemporary Latin American Film
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
Course Offered:
Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
A study of recent Latino cinema in the Americas in a historical and cultural context.
Representation of Latino culture is examined in the context of the global Hollywood
structure and in light of various national cinemas. Major social, cultural and aesthetic
movements within Latino cinema are explored.
FILM 104 Documentary Studies
3.0 units.
Advisories: ENGL 514 - Writing Skills 4
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
C-ID Course Number: N/A
Course Offered:
Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
An examination of the documentary form, its impact on culture and society, and its
artistic development from the early days of motion pictures through the modern era.
FILM 105 Film and Television Writing 1
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade Only
A study of the technique of screenwriting for the conventional narrative film and
for television. Students are required to complete writing exercises, outlines, character
sketches and short screenplays.
FILM 106 Film and Television Writing II
3.0 units.
Prerequisite: FILM 105 - Film and Television Writing 1
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
An advanced course in which students will gain professional insight into scriptwriting
techniques for film and television. Designed to provide students with the skills needed
for scripting complex narrative stories.
FILM 107 History of World Cinema
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
C-ID Course Number: NA
Course Offered:
Fall
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
An historical examination of cinema from around the world as well as the personalities,
cultures, and social conditions that have contributed to the art form. Comparison
and contrast to the Hollywood model will result from critical screenings and class
discussions.
FILM 108 Film and Television in the 21st Century
3.0 units.
Advisories: ENGL 101 - Freshman Composition: Exposition
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
Course Offered:
Fall
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
This course deals with the social, institutional and cultural background of film and
television in the United States and in a broader global context. Students will
develop a critical understanding of film and TV content.
FILM 109 Contemporary Asian Cinema
3.0 units.
Advisories: ENGL 101 - Freshman Composition: Exposition
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
C-ID Course Number: N/A
Course Offered:
Fall
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
This course provides an introduction to the art and industry of Asian cinema. The
course will explore the unique traditions of selected national cinemas from East,
South and South-East Asia. Against the backdrop of globalization, we will explore
the unique aesthetics of Asian film production.
FILM 110 Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production
4.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
An introduction to film and video production techniques including cinematography,
sound, recording, and video editing. Students make a variety of short video projects
that involve narrative story telling and documentary filmmaking techniques. No personal
equipment required. It is recommended that students enroll in FILM 380 for additional
lab time.
FILM 111 Intermediate Motion Picture and Video Production
4.0 units.
Prerequisite: FILM 110 - Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
Course Offered:
Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
A study of skills necessary for independent filmmaking. The development of short narrative
and documentary projects utilizing field production and conventional set techniques
is emphasized. Topics include basic production and post-production techniques including,
scriptwriting, cinematography, sound recording and non linear editing.
FILM 115 Introduction To Animation
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
An introduction to animation production including classical character animation and
other techniques. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have
received credit for Art 115 or MMAC 115.
FILM 116 Intermediate Animation
3.0 units.
Prerequisite: ART 115 - Introduction to Animation ; or MMAC 115 - Introduction to Animation ; or FILM 115 - Introduction To Animation
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
A continuation of FILM 115, emphasizing the development and refinement of animation
skills through involvement in class and individual projects. This course is not open
to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for MMAC 116.
FILM 117 3D Computer Animation 1
3.0 units.
Advisories: GRPH 111 - Digital Imagery Lab ; or GRPH 112 - Digital Imagery ; or FILM 110 - Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
C-ID Course Number: N/A
Course Offered:
Fall
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
An introduction to 3D modeling and animation, using professional software to create
characters, assets and animation on the computer. This course is not open to students
who are enrolled in or who have received credit for MMAC 117.
FILM 118 3D Computer Animation 2
3.0 units.
Prerequisite: FILM 117 - 3D Computer Animation 1 ; or MMAC 117 - 3D Computer Animation 1
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
Course Offered:
Fall
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
An intermediate course in 3D computer animation that reproduces the industry work
environment for production of animation projects and show reels. this course is not
open to students who have completed or who are enrolled in MMAC 118.
FILM 119 Great Directors of the Cinema
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer to UC, CSU
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
This class offers a survey of the world's best film directors. Emphasis is given
to directors working since 1965.
FILM 120 Introduction to Sound Recording and Mixing
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
An introduction to the equipment, terminology and procedures of sound engineering.
Combines lectures and demonstrations with hands-on use of equipment. Students will
have the opportunity to use professional sound recording and processing equipment
in various recording and mix-down situations. This course is not open to students
who are enrolled in or have received credit for Music 115.
FILM 121 Sound Production Techniques
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Explores the digital audio software for recording music and computer-based multi-track
sound recording for producing audio for video projects, as well as the use of digital
signal processors for mixing and mastering recordings. This course is not open to
students who have received credit for or who are currently enrolled in Music 116.
FILM 122 Race and Representation in American Cinema
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
C-ID Course Number: N/A
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring, Summer
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
In recent years, motion pictures have contributed greatly to the ongoing dialog surrounding
issues of race in the United States. That said, American cinema’s
history is populated with examples of exclusionist and racist practices
that have disproportionately marginalized people of color. This course
will look closely at the evolving portrayal and participation of African
Americans, Asian Americans, Latina and Latino Americans, and Native
Americans over the one hundred and twenty years of American cinema. This
course will highlight the important work of filmmakers of color engaged in the struggle
for justice and equality in representation. This course is not open
to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 122.
FILM 123 Directing for the Camera
2.0 units.
Advisories: FILM 110 - Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
C-ID Course Number: N/A
Course Offered:
Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
The study and practice of the skills and procedures involved in directing short narrative
films.
FILM 125 Computer Video Editing
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
C-ID Course Number: N/A
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Presents non-linear video editing including combining clips and digital source materials,
editing digital movies, and preparing digital movies for the web. Not open to students
who are enrolled in or have received credit for MMAC 125.
FILM 126 Introduction to Motion Graphics
3.0 units.
Advisories: GRPH 111 - Digital Imagery Lab ; and GRPH 112 - Digital Imagery
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
C-ID Course Number: N/A
Course Offered:
Fall
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Explores new digital approaches for creating and compositing powerful visual imagery
for use in film/video, multimedia, and design. Includes integration of graphics, video,
text, and sound on desktop computers. This course is not open to students who are
enrolled in or have completed MMAC 126.
FILM 127 Digital Video Post-Production
3.0 units.
Advisories: MMAC 125 - Computer Video Editing or FILM 125
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
Course Offered:
Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
This class is for students who wish to expand their digital video post production
skills and learn to present and publish digital work on emerging media platforms.
The course covers advanced non-linear video editing, digital effects and filters,
color correction, and compression for distribution over the Internet and to mobile
devices such as tablets and cellular phones. The class is a lecture/lab combination
with lab work on Apple computers using current Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Suite
software . Not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for MMAC
127.
FILM 128 Intermediate Motion Graphics
3.0 units.
Advisories: FILM 126 - Introduction to Motion Graphics ; or MMAC 126 - Introduction to Motion Graphics
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
C-ID Course Number: N/A
Course Offered:
Fall
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Intermediate study in motion graphics utilizing current industry standard software.
Emphasizes the expansion and refinement of digital visual effects skills through involvement
in class and individual projects. This course is not open to students who are enrolled
in or have completed MMAC 128.
FILM 129 Documentary Production
2.0 units.
Advisories: FILM 110 - Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
The examination and practice of producing a short documentary film. Students will
learn to conduct research and pre-interviews, develop an outline, conduct on-camera
interviews, and shoot coverage shots. As an advisory, it is suggested that students
have taken FILM 110. It is recommended that students enroll in FILM 380 for additional
lab time.
FILM 179A Documentary Production
2.0 units.
Advisories: FILM 110 - Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production
Acceptable for credit: -
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
The examination and practice of producing a short documentary film. Students will
learn to conduct research and pre-interviews, develop an outline, conduct on-camera
interviews, and shoot coverage shots. As an advisory, it is suggested that students
have taken FILM 110.
FILM 189 Independent Projects in Film
1.0 - 3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Courses for students capable of independent work who demonstrate the need or desire
for additional study beyond the regular curriculum. Enrollment allows students to
pursue activities such as directed field experience, search, or development of skills
and competencies under faculty advisement and supervision. Independent projects may
be earned in most disciplines. Students wishing to enroll in Independent Projects
should contact the appropriate instructor identified in the class schedule. If the
project proposed is acceptable to that instructor, a contract will be developed. All
contracts for these classes must be completed and submitted to the Records Office
no later than the end of the second week of the semester. Students may enroll for
any combination (unit value) of Independent Projects 189 and/or 389 for a total of
four semesters in a specific discipline. Units are awarded depending upon satisfactory
performance and the amount of time committed by the student to the course. Allowable
units vary according to discipline, and are based on the following formula: 1 unit
- 48 hours per semester 2 units - 96 hours per semester 3 units - 144 hours per semester
FILM 199 Special Topics in Film
3.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: Transfer CSU
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Courses focusing on specific film or video practices, equipment, or subject matter
which are not covered in detail in the existing program.
FILM 199A Special Topics in Film
2.0 units.
Advisories: ENGL 514 - Writing Skills 4
Acceptable for credit: D - Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
An examination of the life, work, and controversy surrounding famed cinema director,
Alfred Hitchcock. Students gain historical, social and artistic perspective through
critical screenings and selected readings.
FILM 380 Film Production Lab
1.0 unit.
Corequisite: FILM 110 or FILM 111 or FILM 113 or FILM 116 or FILM 117 or FILM 118 or FILM 120 or
FILM 123 or FILM 125 or FILM 179
Acceptable for credit: D - Credit - Degree Applicable
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Pass/No Pass
An open-entry laboratory class designed to provide students with the opportunity to
refine and expand techniques learned in the corequisite course.
FILM 381 Film Post Production Lab
1.0 unit.
Corequisite: FILM 114 or FILM 125 or FILM 126 or FILM 127
Acceptable for credit: D - Credit - Degree Applicable
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Pass/No Pass
Open-entry laboratory class designed to provide students with the opportunity to refine
and expand techniques learned in the corequisite course.
FILM 386 Film Festival Production Lab
2.0 units.
Acceptable for credit: D - Credit - Degree Applicable
Course Offered:
Fall, Spring
Grading Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
Students work closely with instructor to plan for and produce the annual Allan Hancock
College Film Festival. This annual event provides the opportunity for Allan Hancock
College Film and Video students to screen their work in a theater setting open to
the public.