PMA 4420 - [Cinematography]

(LA-AS)

4 credits. Letter grades only.

Prerequisite or co-requisite: PMA 4585. Course fee: $150. Next offered 2014-2015. Permission of instructor required. Camera, lighting, and directing techniques, designed for students who have taken at least PMA 3570 or PMA 3571. Course includes a focus on acting and directing for the camera (with up to six film students and six acting students); consult the instructor. Limited to 8 students.

Staff.

Students work in groups on a series of tests, short exercises, and scene projects using 16mm cameras, digital video cameras, HD camera movement apparatus, a range of lighting instruments, filters, and gels to expand their knowledge of the technical and aesthetic aspects of cinematography. The course will focus on acting and directing for the camera through scene work. (AU)