Experimental Production, Forms and Techniques

Course aim

To develop the creative and critical possibilities of experimental film, television and video and other related production and performance work.

Course content

Students engage in the theories and practices of key experimental film directors. Students explore form and content in experimental film practice and refer to the traditions of the past that inform current developments. The course fosters students' development as a filmmakers by encouraging their creativity in interpreting past practices.

Textbook(s)

Rees A.L. 2011, A history of experimental film and video : from the canonical avant-garde to contemporary British practice, British Film Institute, London

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
COMM 2016	Drama Production, Forms and Techniques

OR approval of Course Coordinator

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Continuous assessment, Group project, Review

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 4A)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.