Cinematographer's Influence

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Code Completion Credits Range Language Instruction Semester
311CIN exam 2 2 hours (45 min) of instruction per week, 32 to 42 hours of self-study English winter and summer

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Contents

This course explores the cinematographer’s craft in the fields of exponometry, processing and other postproduction technologies. Over the course of the semester we will analyze the various exponometric (photometric) methods and their effectiveness in changing the aesthetics of the cinematographic image. The format of this course is lecture/seminar; students will receive courses in theory in addition to practical assignments.

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course students will understand:

-Basic exponometric (photometric) methods

-Advantages and disadvantages of various methods in movie making

-What is the „correct exposure“ and exposure latitude from a technical as well as an aesthetical point of view

-Limitations and differences of decided methods. Phenomena in TV technology

-Methods of exposure control

-Different postproduction technologies (printing, telecine, transfer)

-Possibilities in the technical processes. The craft's potential elevation to an aesthetic art form

Prerequisites and other requirements

No internships or professional practice required.

Literature

The essential reference guide for filmmakers. Eastman Kodak Company, 2007. [online]

https://www.kodak.com/uploadedfiles/motion/Kodak/motion/Education/Publications/Essential_Reference_Guide/kodak_essential_reference_guide.pdf

Evaluation methods and criteria

Minimum attendance + 70%, evaluation will be based on attendance, class activity and the practical colloquial examination.

The course grade will be calculated as follows:

Attendance and class activity 40%

Practical colloquial examination 60%

Note

CET Program Note: The subject consists of 28 contact hours in Spring 2022, recommended transfer to 2 US credits.

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