Natural Science 0254 - Science Fiction Short Films

Do you have an idea for a science fiction story? Can it be developed into a short film? In this course students will develop science fiction short films that have a basis in scientific ideas from the fields of biology, astronomy, physics, or scientific ethics. Students are expected to work in small groups towards a goal of producing short films and writing an individual paper justifying the science used in their film. Students with some experience in science, film, or creative writing are welcome. Prerequisite: one science OR film OR creative writing course.

Writing and Research Instructor permission is required. In this course students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of work outside of class time working on their papers and on their films. For film projects, students are expected to work in groups, and those groups may meet outside of class time.