Film and Theatre Courses
Welcome to our courses where we take you on a journey through the fascinating world of films and filmmaking, as well as the wonderful world of theatre. From behind-the-scenes insights to in-depth analysis of your favorite movies and plays, we've you covered. Join us as we explore the art and craft of these mediums and discover what makes them such powerful forms of storytelling.
The History of the Moving Image
Join us as we explore the fascinating history of the moving image. From the invention of optical toys to the emergence of talking pictures, this journey highlights the groundbreaking achievements of early film. Discover how these innovations transformed storytelling and laid the foundation for the vibrant film industry we know today. Let’s celebrate the magic of cinema together!
ALFRED HITCHCOCK: HIS LIFE, MOVIES AND INFLUENCE
A five-week course, setting the films of Alfred Hitchcock in the context of his life, the political and cultural landscape in which he operated, and the influence he had on other film-makers.
The films to be shown are:
The Lady Vanishes (1938)
Shadow of a Doubt (1943)
Rear Window (1954)
Vertigo (1958) or North by Northwest (1958)
Frenzy (1972)
This course will follow naturally from the current 10-week course.
MUSIC AND FILM: THE ROLE OF MUSIC IN THE SOUNDTRACK
This course will look at the role music plays in setting the scene, in delivering the emotional content, in holding the film together. A mix of classical, folk, country, specially written and curated soundtracks will be presented. Films could include High Society, Witness, 2001 A Space Odyssey, Psycho, Cold Mountain, Lawrence of Arabia, Apocalypse Now, The Great Gatsby, Pulp Fiction….