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Module title: Collaborative Techniques in Film 2
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: SCA11122
Module leader: David Lumsden
School School of Arts and Creative Industries
Subject area group: Screen and Performance
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

On this module you will be introduced to the particular collaborative problems of shooting on film, particularly with regard to focus, use of prime lenses, and tracking, and the logistical problems faced by a professional crew filming on location. This work will be underpinned by classroom based work which will help you to understand and solve the aesthetic, practical and technical problems that the shooting of complex dramatic scenes principally on film presents.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: You will be able to plan dramatically appropriate interpretations of script in terms of camera, sound, direction and editing with 16mm film & digital cinematography.

LO2: You will be able to appraise the principles and procedures of camera, sound, direction, and editing required to shoot dramatic scenes on 16mm film & digital cinematography.

LO3: You will be able to evaluate the creative, technical, and personal skills and resources required in 16mm film & digital cinematography projects to realise your objectives.

LO4: You will be able to produce a set of plans for the execution of these objectives in a team context.

LO5: You will be able to critically analyse the effectiveness of your work and the roles you have performed in creative and professional terms.

LO6: You will be able to review and prioritise your continuing professional practice development needs, in the film industries.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
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Member of staff responsible for delivering module: David Lumsden
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Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Guided independent study 80 The assessment is based on the process of the group carrying out the exercise (shoot) over a single day, together with the necessary preparation for the shoot and supporting professional paperwork. Set Etiquette and Professional Conduct will also be examined. The module tutors will be on Set throughout the day to observe and advise you during this process.
Face To Face Tutorial 48 This module builds on and extends your knowledge and understanding of working with a professional drama crew, and provides you with an introduction to the collaborative working methods of a professional drama crew using Super 16mm film and digital technology. This work will be underpinned by classroom-based work and Tutorials, which will help you to understand and solve the aesthetic, practical and technical problems that the shooting of complex dramatic scenes principally on film presents.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 72 On this module you will be introduced to the particular collaborative problems of shooting on film, particularly with regard to the use of prime lenses, tracking, and the logistical problems faced by a professional crew filming on location. This work will be underpinned by classroom-based work, which will help you to understand and solve the aesthetic, practical and technical problems that the shooting of complex dramatic scenes principally on film presents.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Portfolio 60 1~2~3~4~6 Week 8 , WORDS= 3 minutes Exercise Film Shoots.You will work on 2 set exercises (2-3mins), as part of a small film crew. These exercises involve the preparation and shooting of a scene from a current ENU screenwriting student or alumni from the archive. You will perform a different crew role on each exercise. Crews will be put together at the start of the module.The two shoot days will be assessed as a cumulative whole, and assigned a mark based on the effort, skill and enthusiasm with which the entire class carried out all of the exercises, together with the professionalism of all of the supporting paperwork.
Learning Log 40 1~5~6 Week 8 HOURS= 2000 Critical reflection within this module takes place through the report, submitted at the end of the trimester. This report will contain 2000 words of reflection on what you have achieved on the module through working on each of the Exercise Shoots. It should be structured in such a way that your reflection and observations on each of the 2 exercises is separated out (approx 1000 words on each). The Learning Log is an individual hand-in and is assessed as such.
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100

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