KIN 3 - Sports in Films & Documentaries

    Recent Professors
    PAUL SAPSFORD
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    55 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B
    Description
    This course offers students an introduction to the application of various sports through the study of feature films and documentaries that belong to the genre of Sports Films. It focuses on the formal film analysis of Sports Films, situating this specific genre in the larger context of film production and distribution. Students will explore technical developments, mise-en-scene, and point-of-view in both narrative and documentary Sports Films. This course aims to facilitate a deeper understanding and appreciation of sports through the study of the formal artistic qualities, themes, and narratives seen in Sports Films.