At the end of this course, the students; 1) Get the knowledge about genre which is all important in cinema studies. 2) Comprehend the artistic, commercial and industrial background of film genres within the scope of genre-based approach. 3) Enhance writing abilities about the genre-based film critics.
MODE OF DELIVERY
Face to face
PRE-REQUISITES OF THE COURSE
No
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PROGRAMME COMPONENT
None
COURSE DEFINITION
In this course, a theoretical framework for the genres of films is presented that those interested in cinema are concerned. When it comes to genre cinema, often overlooked issues are discussed. In the course, the social, cultural and ideological context in which genres are created and the ideological discourse behind the genres are unveiled. In addition, attention is drawn to the creative qualities of some auteur directors who shoot genre films within the movie industry.
COURSE CONTENTS
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
Introduction of the course / Genre concept in Arts / Genre concept in Cinema Basic film genres.
2nd Week
Basic characteristics of the film genres: mise en scene, iconography, lighting, characters etc. General Stereotypes & some examples from films.
3rd Week
Basic characteristics of the film genres: story, plot, script, screening, etc.
4th Week
Relation between film genres and studio system: Star system in films, ideological guidance / myth, genres and culture presentation of stereotypes.
5th Week
Film Genres: drama & tragedy / Comperative Analysis with turkish films and other countries.
6th Week
Film Genres: Film Noir, Gangster.
7th Week
Film screening & Discussion: Touch of Evil (O. Welles, 1956).
Film screening & Discussion: Blade Runner (R. Scott, 1983).
RECOMENDED OR REQUIRED READING
Atayman Veysel, Çetinkaya Tuncer, Popüler Sinemanın Mitolojisi, Ayrıntı Yayınları, 2016 Abisel, Nilgün, Popüler Sinema ve Türler, İstanbul, Alan Yayınları, 1999. Hayward, Susan, Cinema Studies Nowell-Smith, Geoffrey, Dünya Sinema Tarihi Teksoy, Rekin, Rekin Teksoy?un Sinema Tarihi Ryan, M., Kellner, D., Politik Kamera Scognamillo, Giovanni, Türk Sinema Tarihi Demirhan, Metin, Scognamillo Giovanni, Fantastik Türk Sineması Özgüç, Agah, Türlerle Türk Sineması, İstanbul, Dünya Kitapları, 2005.
PLANNED LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Lecture,Discussion,Questions/Answers
ASSESSMENT METHODS AND CRITERIA
Quantity
Percentage(%)
Mid-term
1
40
Project
1
10
Total(%)
50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)
50
Total(%)
100
ECTS WORKLOAD
Activities
Number
Hours
Workload
Midterm exam
1
2
2
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam
1
60
60
Course hours
14
3
42
Preparation for Midterm exam
1
50
50
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
1
2
2
Homework
Total Workload
156
Total Workload / 30
5,2
ECTS Credits of the Course
5
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
Turkish
WORK PLACEMENT(S)
No
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES (KLO) / MATRIX OF LEARNING OUTCOMES (LO)
