FILM ART: THE ORIGINS OF CINEMA – THE EARLY SILENT ERA
Presented By: Claude Kerven
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If you love film, then this course is for you. Film Art will help you learn more about film analysis, period genres, movements in film style, film production, and more, and will deepen your understanding and enjoyment of watching movies.
Film Art is an introduction to the origins of cinema from 1900-1930. This course covers the contributions of the screenwriter, director, cinematographer, editor and composer. By the end of the course students will have a far better appreciation of the birth and evolution of cinema. The course will include the screening of the following films: 1. Story of Film: Part I (Lumiere, Edison, Méliès) – Origins of Film 2. Way Down East (Griffith) – Early Melodrama 3. Battleship Potemkin (Eisenstein) - Soviet Montage 4. Metropolis (Lang) – German Expressionism 5. City Lights (Chaplin) - Silent Comedians INSTRUCTOR: Claude Kerven
In a world where strong communication skills are essential for success, Claude Kerven, the esteemed Chair of the NYC Film Academy, is here to share his wealth of expertise. With a remarkable track record in TV, film, and directing, he's ready to guide you towards unleashing your creative potential. Claudes long list of awards and accolades includes short films for Saturday Night Live, director “They Never Found Her” with Elisabeth Moss and Peter Stormare, to name a few.
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Sandwich Arts Alliance is pleased to participate in the Mass Cultural Council Card to Culture program.
Please inquire at [email protected] for discounts available and more information Class Registration closes 48 hours prior to the first class as a courtesy to the instructor. Some classes have limited enrollment so please register soon so you don’t miss out.
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