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Fundamentals of Cinematic StorytellingLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: KM00FP31

Credits

5 op

Objective

Students will be familiar with the main theories of audiovisual narrative and expression. The student will be able to use key concepts of film. Students will be able to create visual scripts based on a script. Understand the laws of editing and continuity.

Content

- the basics of storytelling
- image sizes
- montage, editing
- continuity and protective line
- scene construction
- stages of film production
- use of sound in cinematography

Prerequisites

Photography or similar information

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to produce works that follow the laws of filmmaking.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students apply the laws of filmmaking to their works. They will master the basic laws of frame sizes, editing and continuity.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students will independently apply the laws of filmmaking in their works. He/she will have a good command of the fundamental laws of framing, editing and continuity and will use them to strengthen storytelling.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Students will produce works that follow the laws of filmmaking.