AMD 325 - New Documentary Film

Units: 3

Explores genres of documentary film and examines films produced from the 1980s to the present. Introduces the concepts that replace the authoritative voice and singular point-of-view characteristic of traditional documentary film. Analyzes aesthetics and technical dimensions of new documentary and how knowledge is transmitted cinematically. Genres include historical and personal documentary, nonfiction, and experimental work. Addresses multiple voices and diverse cultural perspectives as it might apply to a documentary film. May be repeated for credit for a total of six (6) units. May not be taken for credit by students who have received credit for VPA 380-10 and VSAR 361.

Satisfies GE area: CC