Department of Theatre and Film
Filmmaking
November 2015
FILMMAKING
AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG
The Department of Theatre and Film''s Filmmaking area of study features
practical, hands-on training and leads to a 3-year B.A. degree with a Major in
Theatre and Film. Students must take the following courses:
THFM-1010(6) Introduction to Film
THFM-1001(6) Intro to Theatre: Performance (recommended) OR
THFM-1002(6) Introduction to Theatre: General
THFM-2310(6) Filmmaking I: Screen Narrative Technique
THFM-2410(6) History of Film
AND ONE (OR MORE) OF:
THFM-3310(6) Filmmaking II: Directing the Short Film
THFM-3312(6) Sound Editing for Film
THFM-3313(6) Advanced Picture Editing
Students must also fulfill the other requirements for the 3-year degree as
specified in the University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar.
The following are brief descriptions of the courses in the Filmmaking area of
study.
THFM-1010(6) INTRODUCTION TO FILM
This course introduces the student to aspects of the art of film through lectures,
screenings and some practical involvement in the filmmaking process.
THFM-1001(6) INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE: PERFORMANCE (recommended)
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of theatre and
drama and takes them step-by-step through the basic processes of acting. We
recommend Filmmakers take this course because they will work with actors and
must therefore understand their process.
OR
THFM-1002(6) INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE: GENERAL
This course includes the study of a number of plays and detailed coverage of a
variety of aspects of the modern theatre. It involves attending plays produced in
Winnipeg and discussing them.
THFM-2310(6) FILMMAKING I: SCREEN NARRATIVE TECHNIQUE
This course is a practical introduction to storytelling on screen from the director’s
perspective, including the basics of storyboarding, camera angles, setups,
moves, and editing. These techniques are explored using the medium of video
in both field and studio environments.
THFM-2410(6) HISTORY OF FILM
This course covers the history of the art of film and the film industry from its
beginnings to the present. The emphasis is on the development of filmmaking
techniques and the impact of changing technologies.
THFM-3310(6) FILMMAKING II: DIRECTING THE SHORT FILM
This is an advanced filmmaking course synthesizing the various elements of film
grammar explored in Filmmaking I towards the creation of longer visual
narratives. Emphasis will be on the techniques employed for shooting and
sequence-building of an extended dramatic narrative. Entrance to this course is
by application and permission of the instructor only.
THFM-3312(6) SOUND EDITING FOR FILM
This is a practical course on sound editing, sound theory, and the history of
sound in film. Students learn the process and technique of sound editing for film
using Pro-Tools software to input sounds, edit dialogue tracks, build effects
tracks, process sounds using EQ plug-ins, and mix tracks.
THFM-3313(6) ADVANCED PICTURE EDITING
This course focuses on both continuity-style editing and non-narrative editing
techniques and examines standard narrative editing technique from assembly
through the various rough-cut stages to a fine cut using digital non-linear editing
systems. Students learn the importance of pacing and rhythm within a scene
and sequence, how to cut for dramatic effect, how to cut around continuity
problems, techniques for "invisible" cutting, and montage editing.
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Other popular options (not necessarily offered every year):
THFM-2311(6) FILM COMEDY
We take a look at film comedy from the earliest silent film comedies to the
contemporary comedies from the perspective of the cinematic techniques used to
achieve a comic action. Emphasis is on an exploration of the cinematic tools of
the comedy filmmaker; this involves some practical filmmaking work.
THFM-2312(6) DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING
In this course emerging filmmakers are introduced to documentary filmmaking
tools and techniques. Beginning with screenings and lectures, then moving to
hands-on experience, students explore and experience non-fiction storytelling
through an examination of contemporary filmmaking practices and the
opportunity to conceive, develop, and produce their own short non-fiction films.
THFM-2510(3) INTRODUCTION TO PRODUCING FOR FILM
Students learn about the business of Canadian film and television from the
perspective of the producer including the several stages of an independent film
production: concept development, financing, production, post-production, and
distribution, paying specific attention to building the creative team, script
development, research and marketing, finance and funding, legal and insurance
issues, as well as business affairs and etiquette.
THFM-2610(3) SCRIPT AND SCREEN – This
course examines significant screenplays as
examples of the craft of screenwriting, and as
illustrations of the screenwriter’s contribution to the
filmmaking process.
THFM-2611(3) INTRO TO SCREENWRITING –
This is a practical course that introduces the
student to the basics of screenwriting.
THFM-2612(3) SCRIPT AND THE SMALL SCREEN – This course focuses
on the narrative strategies that teleplay writers in drama series have employed to
maintain viewer interest despite frequent interruptions and breaks from episode
to episode or season to season.
THFM-3611(6) ADVANCED SCREENWRITING – This advanced workshop
course focuses on the development of longer dramatic narratives. Students
develop half-hour to feature-length dramatic scripts, and look at the role of the
screenwriter in Canadian Filmmaking.
We have offered Special Studies courses on such topics as Experimental Film,
Film Horror, etc.
The following Theatre courses are also useful to students of Filmmaking:
THFM-2201(3) PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN – This hands-on course provides an
introduction to the principles and practice of theatrical design in sets and
costumes.
THFM-2602(3) LIGHTING – Another practical course, this is a study of both
lighting techniques and the principles of design interpretation.
THFM-2801(6) PRODUCTION I – This course provides a survey of the
technical aspects of theatrical and media production, concentrating on facilities,
scenery construction, lighting, and an introduction to sound.
Students can combine Filmmaking with Acting, with careful planning.
Students in a 3-year program can take a maximum of 48 credit hours in their
major subject. Consult the Calendar or WebAdvisor for more detailed course
descriptions and regulations. We strongly recommend that you arrange an
appointment with the Department''s Student Advisor early on to discuss your
program (204-786-9955).
For additional information on Filmmaking at the University of Winnipeg,
or to book and appointment for advising, call (204) 786-9955
or visit us on the web at http://theatre.uwinnipeg.ca
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