Film Club
If you want to learn about movies in Sydney, then this course of 8 classes is for you.
Do you have a passion for cinema, for films, movies and everything from art-house to blockbuster?
This series of informal but guided meetings is designed for film lovers and those keen to engage in stimulating discussion with a diverse group. Participants meet every week to discuss the must see movies of the past century.
We watch key scenes and moments from a widely varying selection of movies made in the past century.
We go into film history, explore genres, make our own list of must-see movies from across the world and keep a keen eye on what’s coming and what’s worth seeing.
We discuss a current-release film and explore trends in cinema.
We also conduct a movie quiz with small prizes of DVDs and cinema passes at the end of each term.
The club has only just been formed and is defining its shape according to the needs and tastes of those who attend. It is advisable that you get in early to avoid dissapointment.
David O’Brien has long been involved with the film and television industry. David is the writer of an Australian feature film and runs a successful screenwriting workshop for the college. He’s run workshops for Sydney University, Macquarie University and University of New South Wales.
He’s a writer/director with prizes for his short films and has run workshops in writing and direction for high schools throughout New South Wales.
Above all David is an avid cinema (and movie) goer with eclectic tastes.
Agenda
During this course the intention is that the following topics will be covered, but not necessarily in the order given. Due to the flexible nature of Adult Education classes, parts of the curriculum may be adapted to suit the needs of the class.
In the months to come we’ll look at individual directors and their work.
- First on the list are David Lynch, The Cohen Brothers, Paul Thomas Anderson, Alexander Payne, Pedro Almadovar, Steven Soderbergh, Terence Malick, Martin Scorsese, Lars Von Trier.
- As the club progresses we’ll explore Asian and European cinema, the work of Middle Eastern film-makers, we’ll examine Australian film, where its come from and where its heading. We’ll look at classic works and defining moments. We’ll trace its history and the movements within it.
- Our topics for discussion will range from criticism and the critics to censorship.
- We’ll look into the various genre. We’ll debate topics such as sex and violence in the cinema, censorship and changing narrative.
Objectives
The intended Learning Outcomes for this course are as follows.
By the end of the course you will have:
- Developed a greater understanding of cinema, its styles, stories and genres
- Developed a greater appreciation of film technique and cinema narrative
- Strengthened your ability to articulate and communicate your personal responses to films
- Improved your communication skills through sharing discussion with a diverse group of people who share a passion for films
You’ll also learn about movies you might not otherwise have seen, or you’ll see them in a different light, analysing and critiquing the skills and disciplines that make them happen. And you’ll have fun and want to come back for next term.
Other Information
Design & Technology Ctr, cnr Gordon St & Victoria Rd, Rozelle. If driving, no left turn into Gordon St, so turn left into Lilyfield Rd, then first right into Gordon St.
PLS NOTE: All classes need a minimum number of students to go ahead. If your course does not have enough students it will be cancelled and you will be informed.***Please be aware that you maybe be informed of a cancellation &/or change via SMS or E-mail.
Design and Technology Centre » Thu 23 Oct 08, 6:30 PM (commenced)
- Price
- $159.01 (inc GST)
- Map & Address
- Design and Technology Centre
- Finishes
- Thu 11 Dec 08, 9:00 PM
Design and Technology Centre » Thu 12 Feb 09, 6:30 PM
- Price
- $169.00 (inc GST)
- Map & Address
- Design and Technology Centre
- Finishes
- Thu 2 Apr 09, 9:00 PM
