Explore the world of this all-important part of the film industry. This course examines a range of different films and styles, giving students a look at the big picture, as well as the individual movements that made it great.
This film studies course is designed for students who are beginners or intermediate learners of Italian. In each session we will discuss a new film in the Italian Neorealist tradition and will analyse them by looking at the context in which these films emerged, such as Italy’s situation after World War II. Students are encouraged to watch plenty of film in their own free time and bring their thoughts to each class for discussion. There is a high level of interaction on this course with plenty of debate taking place in lessons. Please note that this programme is highly adaptable and if students wish to include films on the course that are not listed on the lesson breakdown, this can be arranged.
Course Content
6 LESSONS
6 HOURS Total Length
Lesson 1
When and Where Did Neorealist Cinema Emerge? What Was the Context in Which These Filmmakers Were Producing Their Films? What Identified the Films as Part of the Neorealist Tradition?
60 minutes
Lesson 2
Film Study: Bicycle Thieves (1948), Directed by Vittorio de Sica
60 minutes
Lesson 3
Film Study: Rome, Open City (1945), Directed by Roberto Rossellini
60 minutes
Lesson 4
Film Study: La Strada (1954), Directed by Federico Fellini
60 minutes
Lesson 5
Film Study: L’Ossessione (1943), Directed by Luchino Visconti
60 minutes
Lesson 6
Overview Discussion of All Five Films Watched and Comparison With Today's Filmmaking Styles
60 minutes
Key Skills
Forming Arguments and Ideas
Voicing Your Opinion
Context Analysis
Educator
Carlotta R
Modern Languages and Art Educator
Carlotta is a native Italian speaker with a degree in fine art. She has a range of teaching experience working as a private Educator and in school settings.
