Overview of FS4 Unit

You have to create two projects for FS4: one is a research based task and the other is a creative project.

The FS4 unit focuses on the relationship between those who create film texts and the film texts themselves.The work produced in this unit can reference any type of film: mainstream and indie. Your task MUST be based around particular films. You will choose a focus film and two other related ones.Your short film production should reflect your learning.

Skills required:
- close observation of particular features of particular films: their form, style and themes.- identification of particular recurring features across a group of films based on the input of auteur, performer or genre
- application of critical approaches used in film studies- carrying out a small-scale project which uses a range and variety of sources
- creative work which demonstrates study and appreciation of the chosen medium
- reflection and evaluation