Course - The History of Film - FILM1101
The History of Film
About
About the course
Course content
FILM1101 is a base level course which gives an introduction to the more than 120-year long history of film. The course highlights the origin of film as a technology and an art form, and discusses important eras and developments from the early days of cinema till today.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
After completing the course, the student has knowledge of:
- both Norwegian and international film history.
- film's evolution from the first moving images till today's digital film technology.
- the development of leading and alternative film styles throughout history.
- key artistic and commercial lines of development throughout the history of film in Norway and the world.
- basic aspects of film historiography.
Skills
After completing the course, the student can:
- account for important developments in Norwegian and international film history.
- distinguish and draw comparisons between movies from different eras and styles, and place them chronologically and stylistically.
- discuss issues of film history writing.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, screenings and group seminars, including supervised writing assignments.
Students are required to stay updated on information from the department or course director via Blackboard.
Compulsory assignments
- Approved written paper
- 80 % seminar attendance
Further on evaluation
The final assessment consists of a 6-hour written exam.
Required previous knowledge
None.
Course materials
The course reading list is about 1200 pages, plus the films and episodes that are screened in their entirety.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From |
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FILM1013 | 15 sp | Autumn 2018 |
FILM1012 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2018 |
Subject areas
- Film Studies
- Film and Video Production
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.