Film was a dominant cultural medium of the twentieth century and a powerful historical force that shaped the period. Indeed, it continues to reflect and form our present experience. The art links literature, visual culture, and music, and enters into a range of academic disciplines.

The educational goal of the film major is to provide a solid grounding in the history and theory of film and its relation to other forms of art. Students are introduced to visual storytelling, film technology, and the economic and sociopolitical context of the film industry.

The trajectory of the major moves from introductory-level courses (four are required), to intermediate-level (three are required), to advanced-level (including two labs and the senior seminar), plus two electives from the approved list. While the course of study is rooted in film history and theory, students take workshops in screenwriting and filmmaking and produce a script and a short film.

If you have questions about the Barnard College Film Studies Program or its course offerings, contact Prof. Ross Hamilton at rhamilto(at)barnard(dot)edu.  (Please note: Film course sign-ups are no longer being handled by the English Department.)

Sign-up sheets for the spring '09 Barnard Film offerings have been posted on the bulletin board next to 403 Barnard.

The Open Access period for signing up for the spring English/Film senior seminar is now over.  The results will be posted in eBear on Monday, November 10th at 10 a.m.   The sign up sheets for the other Barnard film courses have been posted outside of 403 Barnard Hall.

Click here to view the 2008-09 film listings in Barnard's new on-line course catalog.

Click here to view the program's other news and announcements (including about contests and internships.)

Contact:
The Film Program is housed in the English Department, 417 Barnard Hall.
english[at]barnard[dot]edu

Barnard College, 3009 Broadway, New York, NY 10027
Phone: (212)-854-2116; Fax: (212)-854- 9498; e-mail: English(at)barnard(dot)edu
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