Course content

Film screenings and analyses of examples from film history make up the core of the course, along with basic film theoretical perspectives and an introduction to the first decades in the history of the film medium. Introduction to the basic narrative techniques of classical Hollywood cinema is an important part of the course.

Learning outcome

The course gives a basic introduction to subjects and questions central to the film studies discipline.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, film screenings, tutorials.

Comulsory assignments:
Students must pass an oral presentation before final assessment can be made.


More on assessment:
The method of assessment will be a 3 days take-home exam.

Students are required to check the result of their assignments on the department's bulletin board.


Students are required to stay updated on any information provided by the department or course director, either via It's learning, Innsida, course pages on the web, or on bulletin boards.

Students must pass an oral presentation before final assessment can be made.

Compulsory assignments

• Oral presentation.

Course materials

Set readings of approx. 600 pages.

Credit reductions