University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: 10.00 am - 12.00 noon Mon, 4.30 pm - 7.00 pm Tues (screening)

This module surveys the history of various cinema technologies. Particular attention will be given to the ways in which the emergence of new technologies - such as sound, colour, cameras and camera mounts, varying screen dimensions, and lighting systems - affect aesthetic issues in global cinemas. By taking a global perspective, the module aims to engage these issues in ways that address the cultural and economic conditions that affect and are affected by the adoption of new technologies. The specific technologies addressed in the module may vary over semesters, and in some semesters the focus may be on a single film technology and in others it may take a comparative approach.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2-hour seminar, plus film screening.

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework (Dissertation) = 100%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Dr. L. Donaldson, Dr A. Jain, Dr Paul Flaig