Crash Course and PBS: Film Criticism

The Crash Course YouTube channel was produced in collaboration with PBS Digital Studios. The playlist a critical look at films, including analyzing the story, performance, technique, meaning, purpose, and historical importance.

Overview

This playlist offers a wide variety of videos over many subjects regarding film theory and criticism. This in depth view at film study covers many genres and uses select famous films to break down concepts. The playlist, consisting of 15 videos, can be watched individually or in completion.

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Instructors could use the videos to help emphasize ideas from the curriculum. For student choice, students could pick one the videos, learn the idea, and then apply it to a video of their own choice for a discussion. Or, the link could provide supplemental material for students who want to explore a genre more.

URL: Crash Course Film Criticism

Resource Type: Interactive

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