Documentary Cinematography

Catalog description

Focusing on the art of non-fiction cinematography, this hands-on filmmaking course will immerse students in a wide variety of traditions and technical approaches to shooting films in the real world. Students will participate in weekly workshops and exercises focused on topics such as framing and lighting interviews, observational storytelling, lens and camera choices, and experimentation. We will also explore less technical topics such as navigating intimacy with participants, on-the-fly decision making, and ethics. . Prior filmmaking experience is not required.