Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1DescriptionRTVF 305 Film History I (1895-1949) Same As: FMS 305 Units: 3 Hours: 54 hours LEC Prerequisite: None. Transferable: CSU; UC General Education: Local GE L3; Cal-GETC Area 3A This course is an introduction to the early history of motion pictures (1890s to 1949), with an emphasis on examining how film functions as a telling historical document. We will explore the evolution of cinema around the world, investigating the emergence of various styles and movements, the contributions of seminal directors and performers, the effects of developing technologies, and the evolution of cinematic storytelling techniques. **Please Note: RTVF/FMS 305 is not a prerequisite of RTVF/FMS 307 and the courses can be taken in any order, or concurrently**. This course is the same as FMS 305 and only one may be taken for credit.Usually HeldMon Wed 12:00pm–1:20pm 