6 - Film SL
Course summary
Why study Film? IB Film has been designed to ignite a passion for movie-making and encourage broader cultural and historical perspectives in this academic area. This course of study encourages learners to watch, engage critically with and explore a wide range of film; develop and sustain confident, personal responses to film via textual analysis; and to enjoy a variety of critically acclaimed films across the major genres. These include films from different cultural perspectives, films from the Silent Era to the present day, and different forms of film, including documentary, shorts and experimental. IB Film Studies reinforces the relationship between academic theory and practice through synoptic creative productions and evaluation where learners are offered the opportunity to engage in practical work such as the production of their own short films. Film Studies should inspire learners to continue learning beyond the confines of the classroom as well as developing personal and interpersonal skills that will serve them well both in Higher Education and in the workplace. Film Studies links to a variety of different professions and career pathways: creative industries such as the Film industry itself, broadcast work in TV or Radio, Journalism, and news organisations. The critical side of Film also links to Literature and more academic courses such as Film arts and Film History.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
English Literature | Grade 5 in English Literature | — |
English Language Alternative route | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
Film Studies Alternative route | Grade C in Film Studies | — |
As published by the school
GCSE Grade 5 in English Literature or English Language or Film AS.
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Assessment
External Assessment Textual analysis 30% Students at SL and HL demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of how meaning is constructed in film. They do this through a written analysis of a prescribed film text based on a chosen extract (lasting no more than five minutes) from that film. Students consider the cultural context of the film and a variety of film elements. Comparative study 30% Students at SL and HL carry out research into a chosen area of film focus, identifying and comparing two films from within that area and presenting their discoveries as a recorded multimedia comparative study. Internal Assessment Film portfolio 40% Students at SL and HL undertake a variety of film-making exercises in three film production roles, led by clearly defined filmmaker intentions. They acquire and develop practical skills and techniques through participation in film exercises, experiments and the creation of at least one completed film.
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