Module Details

Module Code: RECH H4601
Module Title: Contemporary TV and Film Analysis
Title: Contemporary TV and Film Analysis
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Cathal Nolan
Module Author:: Trina Rea
Domains:  
Module Description: This course will investigate contemporary theories and criticism of cinema and/or television from 1960 to the present.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate a competency in discussing the ways in which film is influenced and shaped by individuals, movements, institutions and technologies
LO2 Identify and analyse the impact of streaming providers on traditional TV and film.
LO3 Engage with questions of ethics and social justice through representations of culture on film
LO4 Competent in developing critical responses to cinematic & TV work based upon aesthetic or cultural values other than the entertainment model
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Analysis of Contemporary film and TV
1. Streaming platforms. 2. Challenging Genre Conventions. 3.Labov's concept. 4. Story/Plot. 5. Story beats & intent. 6. Using audience analytics to create contemporary TV. 7. Visual language and narrative devices to make political statements. 8. Under representations in contemporary film & TV.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 50
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Identify story beats in given text and explain their purpose
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 50
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Apply film theory discussed in class to contemporary TV or Film
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.
Reassessment Description
Learners that fail but achieve a minimum final percentage of 30% in the module will be eligible for one or more of the following: Submit assignment, Re-submit components, Practical examination, Interview or Presentation.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab/Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Time Non Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • James Monaco. (2018), How to Read a Film: the world of movies, media and multimedia: language, history, theory,.
  • Kevin McDonald. (2016), Film Theory: The Basics Film Theory: The Basics.
  • Leo Braudy and Marshall Cohen. (2004), Film Theory and Criticism: Introductory Readings.
  • Béla Balázs. (2010), Sketches for a Theory of Film.
  • Robert Stam. (2010), Film Theory: An Introduction.
  • Stam and Miller. (2000), Film and Theory : An Anthology.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Ruth Doughty. (2017), Understanding Film Theory.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Discussion Note: