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MMCC2050 – Introduction to the Cinema
2020 – Session 1, Weekday attendance, North Ryde
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Co-Convenor and Lecturer
Jane Simon
Contact via email
10HA 165K
by appointment
Co-Convenor and Lecturer
Stefan Solomon
Contact via Email
10HA 152
By appointment
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Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
40cp at 1000 level or above
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit is an introduction to 1) some of the main theoretical issues and debates that have defined film studies as an area of cultural interest; and 2) some of the key historical moments in filmmaking and the moving image (from the 1920s through to more recent times). The unit will consider topics such as the codes, conventions, and aesthetics of film narrative; film genres; film styles; film canons; modes of storytelling; the relation between fiction film and documentary film (and their hybrids); and contemporary moving image culture. |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: identify key debates, themes and concepts in the broad field of Film Studies.
- ULO2: demonstrate an expansive historical knowledge of film theory.
- ULO3: evaluate and distinguish between theoretical positions on film practices and texts.
- ULO4: analyse films critically according to themes, genres, form and cultural contexts.
- ULO5: research independently in the discipline, including identifying and using appropriate articles in academic journals.
Assessment Tasks
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General Assessment Information
Submission methods: Online quizzes are completed on ilearn. All other assessment items are submitted via the turnitin links on ilearn.
Special Consideration: If you have experienced an unavoidable and serious disruption and are unable to complete a task by the due date, please request Special Consideration via ask.mq.edu.au. There is more information about the Special Consideration process at this link here.
Late Submission: Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests.
Grades: In line with the Macquarie University Assessment Policy, grades for this unit align with these grade descriptors.
Delivery and Resources
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CLASSES
Please consult the MQ timetable for up to date timetabling of lectures and tutorials.
Tutorials:
Tutorials begin in Week Two.
Please note, you must attend the tutorial you are enrolled in. If you wish to change your tutorial time you can do so via e-student. Your tutor/lecturer will not be able to change your tutorial enrolment. Do not turn up to a tutorial that you are not enrolled in. We cannot accept extra students into a fully enrolled tutorial.
ATTENDANCE
This unit has a one hour lecture and a one hour tutorial every week. Each week Lectures are recorded and available through iLearn, however students are strongly encouraged to attend lectures. Lectures are often interactive and some material shown in lectures can't be recorded. Each week you are expected to watch the required film available online through Kanopy or EduTV via the library website. Students are required to prepare for tutorials by having attended or listened to the lecture, having viewed the film, having done the week’s readings and prepared questions and notes.
REQUIRED VIEWING
Each week there is a required film to view. These films are available online through Kanopy or EduTV via the library website. See iLearn for more details.
REQUIRED READING
Required readings are available online through the Leganto link on ilearn.
RECOMMENDED READING
There is a list of further recommended reading for each topic - please refer to iLearn.
TECHNOLOGIES USED AND REQUIRED
Lectures will be recorded and available on iLearn. Details on readings, assessments and links to relevant material will be available on ilearn. Students are expected to regularly check iLearn and their MQ email addresses for announcements.
FEEDBACK
During the semester you will receive feedback in many forms. Sometimes this feedback will be verbal and informal and will come from your tutor such as during tutorials or lectures when you offer up ideas or questions. At times your tutor and lecturer will also offer more general feedback about the group's progress during tutorials. At other times feedback will be more formal, in the case of written feedback on your final essay or the posted correct responses to the questions in the online quiz.
You will also receive valuable feedback from your peers through the semester. This will take the form of written comments on the student forum on ilearn and through activities and discussion during tutorials.
Unit Schedule
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Week 1: Studying film
Week 2: Mise-en-scène
Week 3: Cinematography
Week 4: Editing
Week 5: Sound
Week 6: Narrative
Week 7: Star studies
Week 8: Genre
Week 9: Art Cinema
Week 10: Experimental Cinema
Week 11: Documentary
Week 12: Animation and CGI
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
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Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
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Changes from Previous Offering
The content of this unit has been updated with new films and readings.