Documentary: Assembly in Poněšice 1

Subject guarantor:

Karel VACHEK

Name of lecturer(s):

Karel VACHEK

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

Intensifying of mutual relationships between students and instructors based on the viewing of currently developing student films in comparison with classical works. Creation of film theory, refining opinions and development of abilities to defend one's work.

Mode of study:

Film screenings and analysis, discussion

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

Creativity and a completed school film for presentation.

Recommended optional programme components:

Swimming in a pool. Ball games and relaxing in the open air.

Course contents:

The assembly is obligatory for all Documentary Dept. students (to receive credit the minimal participation is 3 full days). Students receive stipendia for room and board at Poněšice. Traditionally, this is an unique opportunity for the a meeting of all students and instructors of the dept, filled with fruitful discussions about films, situations and events in the dept and the surrounding world.

Recommended or required reading:

Each student brings specific learnings (many have already studied at other secondary institutions). Debates about current sociological, political and philosophical issues. We expect students to come with questions on these subjects (from their own sources).

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

Classes and film screenings - each presented by a different instructor (workshop directors).

Assessment methods and criteria:

Participation in the assembly is obligatory for students in all study years.

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Note:

Schedule for winter semester 2013/2014:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2013/2014:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Documentary Film - Bachelor (qualification subject)