FS 120 - Visionary Filmmakers

    Recent Professors
    Roger Durling, Michael Albright, Kyna Mc Clenaghan
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    Study of diverse filmmakers and how their work has advanced and defined the art of cinema. Landmark films by celebrated filmmakers of all genders and races, both international and domestic, are analyzed in terms of theme, structure, and cinematic technique. Emphasis is placed on the role of the auteur and to directorial contributions specific to film genres.
    Usually Held
    Mon 10:30am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:00pm