The A level specification in Film Studies is designed to deepen students’ understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of film, the major art form of the twentieth century, and one developing new modes of expression and exhibition in the first decades of the twenty-first century. The specification builds on the cine-literacy learners have developed informally since childhood. They will study film deriving from a variety of viewing situations. They will also engage with a wide range of different kinds of films. Students also gain experience of practical filmmaking skills as part of the creative units. The course includes both technical and theoretical components. A level Film Studies builds on candidates’ informal learning, prior experience of film in key stages 1 to 3 and the knowledge, understanding and skills established at key stage 4, in whatever curricular context. Film Studies is a subject that by its nature requires candidates to consider individual, moral, ethical, social, cultural and contemporary issues. The specification provides a framework for exploration of such issues and includes specific content through which individual courses may address these issues. Component 1: American & British Film Component 2: Varieties of Film Component 3: Production