FLM 460 - Social Justice Documentary Production

3 hrs.

Students will be exposed to a brief theoretical introduction to documentary film theory and will discuss and analyze selected documentaries treating various major social issues, problems, and solutions. Alongside exposure to theory this course will focus on practical filmmaking training with the aim of introducing students to how to visually express social issues. Students will produce three documentary projects throughout the semester in teams of three to develop skills in conceptualizing, directing, and editing various styles of documentary films.