Course Summary
Subject Name: Film Appreciation
Subject Code: DSCJMC 303
Department: Journalism and Mass Communication
Academic Year: 2025–2026
Semester: BA (JMC) – III Semester
Course Overview:
Film Appreciation (DSCJMC 303) is designed to introduce students to cinema as a significant form of artistic expression, cultural documentation, and social commentary. The course explores the evolution of film as a medium of communication, examining its language, techniques, aesthetics, and socio-political relevance. Through the study of global film movements and notable filmmakers, students will develop a critical understanding of how films reflect and shape society.
Course Objectives:
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To understand the basic grammar and language of cinema
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To explore the narrative, visual, and technical components of film
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To trace the historical evolution of cinema both globally and in India
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To study landmark films and movements that shaped cinematic traditions
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To build analytical skills for interpreting and critiquing films
Key Areas of Study:
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Film as a communication tool: strengths, limitations, and narrative structures
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Technological and aesthetic milestones in early cinema
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History of Indian cinema: pioneers, milestones, and cultural impact
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Analysis of Italian Neo-realism and French New Wave
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Components of film: script, sound, lighting, camera, acting, music, editing
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Film criticism, genre study, and audience reception
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Analyze film texts from cultural, historical, and technical perspectives
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Identify and describe different cinematic styles and movements
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Understand the socio-political context of landmark films
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Write critical reviews and reflections on films
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Appreciate cinema as a multidisciplinary art form that combines storytelling, technology, and performance
- Teacher: Dr Manish Jaisal