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Class number:
2759
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Title: Principles of Documentary Film |
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Department: Film Studies |
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Career: Undergraduate |
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Component: Lecture |
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Session: Regular |
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Instructor's Permission Required: No |
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Grading Basis: Regular |
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Units: 1.00 |
| Enrollment limited to 12 |
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Current enrollment: 9 |
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Available seats: 3 |
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Start date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 |
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End date: Friday, May 8, 2026 |
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Mode of Instruction: In Person |
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Schedule: TR: 10:50AM-12:05PM, LIB - 119 |
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Instructor(s): Bemiss, Jeffrey |
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Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: C- or better in Film 201, or permission of instructor. |
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Distribution Requirement: Meets Arts Requirement |
Course Description:
An advanced filmmaking course where students will conceive, film and finish short documentary films. The course will emphasize study and analysis of the documentary form, research, production and editorial techniques, and strategies for building trust with protagonists. Documentary specific filming techniques will be explored such as vérité shooting, effective use of available light and multi-source field recording. Cameras and software are provided. |