Exploring Film, Past 和 Present
Film is one of today’s most influential forms of communication. 它的故事有 unique power to transport us to another time 和 place. At the same time, film both reflects 和 helps to shape our culture. In recent years, the impact of film has only grown as it continues to cross diverse media channels, from theater to television to mobile devices 和 the Internet.
Emphasizing film criticism, theory 和 history, the 电影研究 minor at UNC will teach you to develop an analytical 和 critical approach to cinema. 你会看到 variety of films from different genres—many classics 和 some lesser known—和 have opportunities to discuss, write 和 present on diverse topics. 通过你的工作， you’ll learn how cinema has evolved, how film relates to other art forms 和 how cinema plays a global cultural role. We also offer a course on short film production.
Classes are highly collaborative 和 are led by accessible 和 supportive instructors, who are dedicated to helping you succeed. 你 can also enjoy free weekly screenings of films from all over the world through our 国际 Film Series.
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辅修电影研究
The 电影研究 minor comprises 15 credit hours of required courses 和 three credit hours of electives, for 18 hours total. As an interdisciplinary program, the Film Studies minor includes perspectives from a variety of disciplines, consideration of film in various periods of the history of cinema, as well as films produced in various 全球文化.
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你的未来 in Film Studies
A 电影研究 minor will enrich almost any major area of study 和 builds skills you can apply to diverse careers.
Consider UNC's Film Studies minor if you:
- Enjoy viewing, discussing 和 analyzing films
- Have an interest in the history of film 和 how it has evolved over time
- Excel in small classes with one-on-one mentorship
你将学习:
- Film history, theory 和 criticism
- How cinema influences contemporary culture
- How to apply analytical 和 critical thinking skills to a wide range of issues
- Written 和 verbal communication skills
样本课程:
- 电影概论
- Film Theory 和 Criticism
- 电影史1、2
- Action 电影s: Speed, Bodies, Spectacle
- 科幻电影
- 制作短片
课堂之外
Film is a medium that encompasses a variety of other art forms, including photography, writing, editing, music 和 performance. Not only will a 电影研究 minor open the door to career pathways in these diverse areas 和 many others, it will also provide foundational learning that will serve you throughout your life.
Where can your minor take you?
As a 电影研究 student, you can apply your learning in many different areas. 你 could pursue a career as a film critic, or apply to film school to become an actor or filmmaker, or work in the film industry. The 电影研究 minor can also apply to careers in journalism, elementary 和 secondary education, web design 和 much 更多的.
目前的研究 in 电影研究
In addition to being caring, dedicated educators who work closely with students, our professors are noted researchers in their fields of study. Our current research projects in the area of 电影研究 include:
It’s the End of the World as We Know It: Cosmopolitanism, Ethics, 和 Science Fiction 电影
陈志强博士.D., Director of 电影研究 和 Professor of 英语
Professor Chan’s new book project explores the recent emergence 和 popularity of science fiction cinema after 9/11, films that grapple with global political dilemmas, personal existential crises 和 apocalyptic doomsday scenarios to engage 和 complicate the issues of personal 和 collective ethical responsibilities.
