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including fiction and nonfiction. Upon completion, students should be prepared to think
critically about the production of a senior-level capstone film project. Extensive
filmmaking will occur on several weekends throughout the term. Prerequisite: MFS 220.
MFS 322 WR Advanced Screenwriting (1)
A writing workshop for screenwriters who want to complete the first draft of a featurelength
screenplay. Students progress from outlines, character breakdowns, and beat
sheets to written first, second, and third acts. The course will also require students to
provide constructive feedback to fellow classmates. A Writing Reinforcement designated
course. Prerequisite: MFS 222.
MFS 330 Cinematography (1)
The study of camera and lighting and the impact that they have on cinematic storytelling.
By learning the role of the cinematographer, gaffer, key grip, and colorist, students
address the principles or cinematography in studio and field environments. Prerequisite:
MFS 220 or instructor consent.
MFS 340 Sound Recording and Design (1)
The study of voice, music, sound effects, and the impact they have on the visual image.
By learning the role of sound recordist, foley artist, sound designer, and sound editor,
students address the principles of recording sound in studio and field environments,
conceive soundscapes for video, and combine elements in post-production. Prerequisite:
MFS 220.
MFS 341 Acting and Directing for the Camera (1)
An in-depth laboratory for actors and directors. The course integrates single-camera and
multi-camera techniques as well as diverse performance methodologies. (Also listed as
THA 341.) Prerequisite: MFS 220 or THA 120.
MFS 360 Auteur and Genre Study (1)
A survey of exceptional directors, producers, styles, genres, and/or historical movements
in cinema. Students will examine filmmakers’ unique signatures, evolution, and how they
work within or opposed to genre. Specific topics of focus may include style choices in
cinematography, mise-en-scene, sound, and editing; commonalities or contrasts in
narrative and character types; and the social/cultural/historical contexts in which
filmmakers operate. Weekly screening laboratory required. Prerequisite MFS 210.
MFS 397 Media and Film Studies Internship (1)
An internship with a professional organization in an approved role. Students are
required to work a minimum of 150 hours per term, including on-site work,
independent research, and course assignments.
MFS 470 Seminar and Senior Conference (1)
An interdisciplinary seminar on a special topic designed to engage the major’s areas of
concentration.
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2023-2024