Film Courses

Course Code Title & Description Credits Schedule
FLM 120

Introduction to Film

In this course, students explore motion pictures from a variety of eras and cultures. Instruction will cover various elements of the creative process involved in film making including the following: narrative, acting, mise-en-scene, editing, cinematography and sound. Students will develop the skills necessary to critically and technically evaluate ...

(3 Credits) View Schedule
FLM 150

International Cinema

In this course, students study the evolution of foreign films made between the 1890s and the present. Major filmmakers and film movements are reviewed through examination of film content and cinematic techniques. Films will also be evaluated as reflections of their time and place. This course was previously HUM 150. Level I Prerequisite: Academic R...

(3 Credits) View Schedule
FLM 160

American Film

In this course, students are introduced to the development of American cinema from its beginnings in 1891 to the present. The films viewed are discussed in terms of technique as well as in terms of content. The course relates American cinema to themes in American culture. Students will explore changes in the films and industry influenced by cultura...

(3 Credits) View Schedule
FLM 185

The Horror Film

This course is a study of the horror film with emphasis on cultural relevance and aesthetic qualities. The student will explore cinematic expressions of the horror genre in terms of technique as well as content. Both feature films and documentaries will be viewed and analyzed. This course was previously HUM 185. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Readi...

(3 Credits) View Schedule
Revised on February 4, 2026

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