Film Studies

Two cinema tickets Our Film Studies courses are aimed at all abilities and are informative in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

These courses run online but every session is led by your tutor and you still get the opportunity to meet your fellow students and to join in with discussions.

Each course follows a theme such as Spanish cinema, Animals on film and Shakespeare,

We look at film clips as well as studying directors and actors and the context of how and when the film was made.

Courses 2024/25

Watching The Witches-ONLINE (F45A)

Description: A series dedicated to films about witchcraft or revolving around witches.

Tutor: Davide Ariasso Location: Online ()

Start Date: 23 Sep 2024 (Autumn) Times: Mon 16:30-18:00 Duration: 5 week(s)

Availability: Places available Fee: £112 (Concession: £68)

Film Auteurs And Shakespeare-ONLINE (F45B)

Description: Shakespeare's plays make popular films, so what happens when Shakespeare meets a great film director? Here are a few classic adaptations by Welles, Kurosawa and Polanski that made film history (Chimes at Midnight, Ran, Othello, Macbeth, Throne of Blood).

Tutor: Davide Ariasso Location: Online ()

Start Date: 11 Nov 2024 (Autumn) Times: Mon 16:30-18:00 Duration: 5 week(s)

Availability: Places available Fee: £112 (Concession: £68)

Spanish Cinema-Beyond Almodóvar-ONLINE (F45C)

Description: Spanish cinema is probably one of the most internationally recognised European cinemas. We will explore classic and modern Spanish films and delve into a vibrant culture that has produced not only Almodóvar, but a host of talented directors with their signature style and impact on world cinema.

Tutor: Davide Ariasso Location: Online ()

Start Date: 13 Jan 2025 (Spring) Times: Mon 16:30-18:00 Duration: 5 week(s)

Availability: Places available Fee: £112 (Concession: £68)

Animal Crackers!-ONLINE (F45D)

Description: Learn more about the use of animals on the silver screen. We will explore some gems where animals are not simply an easy gimmick for sympathy but an essential part of a film’s aesthetics. Films by Loach, Frammartino, Skolimowski, Herzog and more.

Tutor: Davide Ariasso Location: Online ()

Start Date: 03 Mar 2025 (Spring) Times: Mon 16:30-18:00 Duration: 5 week(s)

Availability: Places available Fee: £112 (Concession: £68)

Palestinian Films-ONLINE (F45E)

Description: Explore compelling stories of identity, war, hope, community from the Palestinian Territories. A complex and difficult history and a wealth of talent and culture. Films include Gaza Mon Amour and Paradise Now.

Tutor: Davide Ariasso Location: Online ()

Start Date: 12 May 2025 (Summer) Times: Mon 16:30-18:00 Duration: 5 week(s)

Availability: Places available Fee: £112 (Concession: £68)

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