Communication 140 - Introduction to Film Studies

The nature and several functions of film, including narrative and nonnarrative approaches to film communication. Topics include: the components of film expression (composition, movement, editing, sound, setting, and acting); designs in screen narrative; film's relationship to other arts and media; and its role as an instrument of social reflection and change.

This course is open to Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors. For students entering UMASS beginning in the Fall 2011 Semester, COMM 140 is one of the two (2) 100-level COMM Subject Area courses that can be used as prerequisites for applying to the COMM major. (The other 100-level COMM prerequisite courses that can be used for applying to the COMM major are COMM 118, COMM 121, COMM 122 and COMM 125). 60 seats reserved for COMM majors.