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INTRODUCTION
A bolex 16mm camera.
Courses give students a perspective in the aesthetics of creation and provide them with a comprehensive knowledge of the mechanics involved in producing motion pictures. Using the medium as a means of cultural expression, they learn how to find the cinematic equivalent for their ideas, for stories they like, or for topics with which they are concerned.
In order to realize their projects, students familiarize themselves with the full range of 16mm film techniques including conceptual approach, cameras, lighting, sound and editing equipment. The programme does not favour any specific genre of filmmaking, leaving students at liberty to develop their individual interests. The complete programme includes composite courses, lectures by visiting specialists, independent studies, professional internship and workshops, assuring continuous contact with working professionals in the film industry.
In the first year, each student is expected to shoot one film per semester. In second and third year programmes, a jury (script committee) will determine which of the film projects proposed by students will be approved for production.
The following guidelines will help those considering whether to apply:
- Candidates should be mature in their outlook and responsible in their attitudes.
- Candidates must be concerned about making a contribution to their community and to the art of filmmaking. As they will be entrusted with expensive, precision equipment, a high degree of commitment and responsibility is essential.
- Applicants should have a serious interest in films and be capable of interpreting them and communicating their interpretation to others. Original thinking about the development of the medium would be considered an advantage.
- Candidates should have an interest in some of the other arts, such as literature, theatre, music, painting, sculpture, and be prepared to discuss their views on them.
- Social and political interests are important but they should be accompanied by creative potential and visual and auditory imagination.
- A capacity for hard work is mandatory, together with initiative, organizational skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
Filmmaking And Ancillary Courses
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The central production courses in which films are made are FMPR 231, 332 and 432. Both the Major in Film production and the Specialization in Film Production are organized around these central filmmaking courses. In both programmes, students also take appropriate film production ancillary courses (usually 6 credits per year). Permission to enrol in these ancillary courses is based on several factors including: the potential the student has shown in the area taught in the ancillary course, the number of places available, recommendation of the instructor, and the preference of the student. In addition to the central filmmaking courses and the film production ancillary courses, students in these programmes also take film studies courses, courses chosen from outside the Faculty of Fine Arts, and other electives.
Expenses
Students must bear the cost of film stock, magnetic stock, processing, and materials. Depending upon the particular film project, a student enrolled in a first-year filmmaking course, for example, can expect to spend $1000 - $2000; second and third year students can expect to spend between $1500 - $5000.
Production Grants
Students enrolled in second and third year filmmaking courses are eligible to apply for a production grant through the School. These small grants are intended to assist students to start or complete their film project. It should be noted however, that grants are never greater than one-third the cost of the entire project and that not all those who apply receive a grant.
MAJOR IN FILM PRODUCTION
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programme, Major in Film Production, consists of 54 credits for the concentration, and an additional 36 elective credits to make up the 90 credits required for the degree. Full-time students normally complete 30 credits annually for three years.
Concentration Requirements
6 credits History of Film To 1959
6 credits Film Aesthetics
21 credits Filmmaking I, II, Image I, Montage I, Sound I
15 credits Cinema electives
6 credits Film Studies electives (excluding FMST 200)
Electives
6 credits The Visual and Performing Arts in Canada
6 credits selected from courses offered outside the Faculty of Fine Arts and outside the Department of Communication Studies
24 credits "free" electives (may include course offerings in other departments in the Faculty of Fine Arts, course offerings in other Faculties, and/or additional credits in Cinema).
Concentration Requirements
6 credits History of Film To 1959
6 credits Film Aesthetics
21 credits Filmmaking I, II, Image I, Montage I, Sound I
15 credits Cinema electives
6 credits Film Studies electives (excluding FMST 200)
Electives
6 credits The Visual and Performing Arts in Canada
6 credits selected from courses offered outside the Faculty of Fine Arts and outside the Department of Communication Studies
24 credits "free" electives (may include course offerings in other departments in the Faculty of Fine Arts, course offerings in other Faculties, and/or additional credits in Cinema).
SPECIALIZATION IN FILM PRODUCTION
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programme, Specialization in Film Production, consists of 66 credits for the concentration, and an additional 24 elective credits to make up the 90 credits required for the degree. Full-time students normally complete 30 credits annually for three years. Students in the Major in Film Production may apply to transfer to the Specialization in Film Production as they near completion of Film Production 332 and upon attainment of third-year standing (33 or fewer credits remaining to be completed In the degree programme). Acceptance to the Specialization is based on the student's performance in the University, particularly on filmmaking ability and the creative potential shown in Filmmaking II. (It is strongly recommended that students applying to this Specialization have, or acquire, a good knowledge of French.)
Concentration Requirements
12 credits History of Film to 1959 Film Aesthetics.
18 credits Filmmaking I, II, III
9 credits Image I, Sound I, Montage I.
3 credits Film Production Specialization Seminar
9 credits chosen from: Acting and Directing Acting for the Screen I & II, Writing for Film I & II, Production Design, Ways of Seeing in Film Production, Image II, Montage II, Sound II, Special Topics in Film Production, Optical Printer Practice, Problems and Methods of Film Production and Distribution
9 credits Film Studies electives (excluding FMST 200)
6 credits Cinema electives
Electives
6 credits The Visual and Performing Arts in Canada
6 credits selected from courses offered outside the Faculty of Fine Arts and outside the Department of Communication Studies
12 credits "Free" electives (may include course offerings in other departments in the Faculty of Fine Arts, course offerings in other Faculties, and/or additional credits in Cinema).
Recommended First-Year Study Plan
6 credits Film Aesthetics
6 credits History of Film to 1959
6 credits Filmmaking I
6 credits Visual and Performing Arts in Canada
6 credits selected from courses offered outside the Faculty of Fine Arts and outside the Department of Communication Studies
Concentration Requirements
12 credits History of Film to 1959 Film Aesthetics.
18 credits Filmmaking I, II, III
9 credits Image I, Sound I, Montage I.
3 credits Film Production Specialization Seminar
9 credits chosen from: Acting and Directing Acting for the Screen I & II, Writing for Film I & II, Production Design, Ways of Seeing in Film Production, Image II, Montage II, Sound II, Special Topics in Film Production, Optical Printer Practice, Problems and Methods of Film Production and Distribution
9 credits Film Studies electives (excluding FMST 200)
6 credits Cinema electives
Electives
6 credits The Visual and Performing Arts in Canada
6 credits selected from courses offered outside the Faculty of Fine Arts and outside the Department of Communication Studies
12 credits "Free" electives (may include course offerings in other departments in the Faculty of Fine Arts, course offerings in other Faculties, and/or additional credits in Cinema).
Recommended First-Year Study Plan
6 credits Film Aesthetics
6 credits History of Film to 1959
6 credits Filmmaking I
6 credits Visual and Performing Arts in Canada
6 credits selected from courses offered outside the Faculty of Fine Arts and outside the Department of Communication Studies