Teaching Short Films
by Symon Quy
This comprehensive and insightful guide provides a theoretical understanding of the forms and functions of short films from a variety of production contexts in this country and abroad. The guide establishes a conceptual approach to the analysis of short films and builds on this foundation to provide helpful advice for teachers and students who are producing their own short films. In addition to providing a framework for the production process, the guide demonstrates how practical work can be used to engage with key aspects of the Media and Film Studies curriculum.
Contents include:
- Introduction: Assessment contexts; Rationale; Schemes of work
- Background: History and development of the short film form
- Case studies: Short film and film language; Short film and key concepts; The short film industry; Short film practical production.
About the author
Symon Quy is Senior Lecturer in Media Education at Central School of Speech and Drama (University of London), where he is Course Leader for PGCE Media Studies. He was awarded a National Teaching Fellowship in 2005 by the Higher Education Academy for his work in developing media teaching and learning in the sector.
Ordering information
Cat.No. BR157 £24.95
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