FILM 337 - Documentary Scriptwriting (Put on reserve 9/16/18)

Description:
Introduction to the format, story and style elements for documentary film. Topics include narrative point-of-view, story structure, camera placement, interviewer presence, narration and voice-over commentary, re-enactment and archival materials. Formerly COM 337; students may not receive credit for both. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern. (Put on reserve 9/16/18, will go inactive 8/24/21)

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: FILM 267 or ENG 267 and admission to the communication or film major.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Ability to identify and explain the different types of documentary narratives.
Describe and explain the significance of the story structure choices, and visual and aural design elements, for a documentary.
Identify and apply the correct and specific script and semi script formats for documentaries.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
5/05/11

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