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UNE unit code: FREN206
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
French cinema is one of the most historically and culturally significant national cinemas in the world.
Beginning with the early silent period of the late 19th century, which marks the origins of cinema as it is known today, in this unit you will also survey some of the most significant movements of French cinema; from the experimental films of the Surrealists and the Nouvelle Vague, to the gritty depictions of city life of New Realism.
You will be provided with foundational knowledge of French film theory and criticism, together with background information on the socio-political context of film production in France.
The unit will be taught in English with all prescribed films having English subtitles. For this reason, the unit is open to all students with an interest in film, and not just those who are majoring in French.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- interpret French-medium films in light of their cultural and historical contexts;
- discuss and evaluate aspects of culture and society as portrayed in differing genres of French-medium film;
- critically analyse the narrative devices, techniques and themes of French language films; and
- examine and apply critical interpretations of films with reference to secondary literature.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Analysis | Yes | 30% | All offerings | Essay on the film/s not treated in the oral presentation No. Words: 1500 (equivalent) |
| Essay | Yes | 40% | All offerings | No. Words: 2000 (equivalent) |
| Online Participation | No | 10% | All offerings | Structured online participation No. Words: 500 (equivalent) |
| Oral Presentation | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Oral presentation in English No. Words: 1000 (equivalent) |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
French National Cinema
ISBN: 9780415307833
Hayward, S., Routledge 2nd ed. 2005
Text refers to: All offerings
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Text refers to: All offerings
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