DIGITAL GAME DESIGN
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
FTV3911	Cinema and Dramaturgy I	Spring	3	0	3	5

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Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Prof. Dr. NİLAY ULUSOY
Recommended Optional Program Components:	1. Workshops on Classical Dramaturgy Tools: Practical sessions focusing on the foundational principles of classical dramaturgy, including narrative structure, character development, and plot design. 2. Case Studies of Cinematic Masterpieces: Analysis of films known for their strong dramaturgical frameworks to understand how these principles are applied in scriptwriting, shooting, and editing. 3. Scriptwriting Exercises: Guided activities for students to practice writing scripts with a focus on dramaturgical elements such as conflict, resolution, and thematic depth. 4. Editing and Dramaturgy Integration Sessions: Tutorials on how dramaturgical principles can be incorporated into the editing process to enhance narrative coherence and emotional impact. 5. Collaborative Filmmaking Projects: Team-based projects where students apply dramaturgical concepts in creating short films, focusing on the interplay between story, visuals, and editing. 6. Seminars with Industry Professionals: Guest lectures from screenwriters, directors, and editors who share insights into the use of dramaturgy in professional filmmaking. 7. Comparative Study of Dramaturgical Models: Examination of classical versus modern dramaturgical approaches and their relevance in contemporary cinema. 8. Reading Assignments on Dramaturgy Theories: Texts and articles by notable scholars and practitioners, such as Aristotle's Poetics and David Bordwell’s studies on narration in film. 9. Feedback and Revision Workshops: Sessions where students receive constructive feedback on their scripts or projects and refine them using dramaturgical principles. 10. Exploration of Non-Traditional Dramaturgy: Activities that encourage students to experiment with unconventional narrative structures and editing techniques to push the boundaries of classical dramaturgy.
Course Objectives:	The objective of the course is to highlight the significance of questioning how cinema could make use of dramaturgy in scriptwriting shooting and editing. It is also to understand the tools of classical dramaturgy, develop dramaturgical perspective and insight.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Identify the basic concepts of dramaturgy.
2. Will be able to make use of dramaturgy during script writing.
3. Will be able to make use of dramaturgy during the shooting process.
4. Develop a dramaturgical perspective.

Course Content

General content of the course are on understanding tragedy in its ancient to modern forms, understanding dramaturgical rules of classical Hollywood narrative cinema and developing an authentic dramaturgical perspective through the analysis of the films of Reha Erdem.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Historical Development of the concept of Dramatugy and the Function of dramaturgy	Readings on Aristotle, Lessing, Brecht, Boal ve Barba
2)	Methods of Dramaturgy and dramaturgical perspective	Relationship between theatre dramaturgy and film dramaturgy
3)	Basic Concepts of classical dramaturgy	Readings on Aristotles Poetics and King Oedipus
4)	Reinterpretation of Poetics, Classical Narrative Hollywood Cinema	Spielberg's Jaws and Ibsen's Enemy of People
5)	Tragedy and Shakespeare dramatugy	Reading Joseph Campbell's 'The Hero's Journey' and Hamlet
6)	Ancient and modern tragedy	Elia Kazan film of A Streetcar Named Desire and Tennesse Williams readings
7)	Klasik anlatı kavramları üzerinden film analizleri
8)	Narrative Theory, Russian Formalists
9)	Story- Plot- Structure relationship
10)	Story - Plot- Structure relationship: Discussions on a film: Oh Moon	Readings on Sevim Burak's Yanık Saraylar
11)	Redefine the essential tools of classical narrative	A film of Reha Erdem: Korkuyorum Anne
12)	Time and space	Time and Space in Reha Erdem's Hayat Var
13)	Dramaturgical Coherence	Reha Erdem'in filmi Kosmos'un izlenemesi
14)	An overview of dramaturgical perspectives by going over Reha erdem films

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

Here are the references in APA format:

1. Shakespeare, W. (2012). *Hamlet*.
2. Williams, T. (2009). *Arzu Tramvayı* (*A Streetcar Named Desire*).
3. Sophokles. (2012). *Kral Oidipus* (*Oedipus Rex*).
4. Aristoteles. (2011). *Poetika* (*Poetics*).
5. Genette, G. (2007). *Anlatının Söylemi: Yöntem Hakkında Bir Deneme* (*Narrative Discourse: An Essay in Method*).
6. Bordwell, D. (1985). *Narration in the Fiction Film*. Madison: University of Wisconsin Press.

References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Presentation	2	% 30
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	12	3	36
Presentations / Seminar	2	20	40
Midterms	1	4	4
Final	1	4	4
Total Workload			126

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Comprehend the conceptual importance of the game in the field of communication, ability to implement the player centered application to provide design.
2)	Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information and ideas from various perspectives.
3)	Analyze the key elements that make up specific game genres, forms of interactions, mode of narratives and understand how they are employed effectively to create a successful game.
4)	Understand game design theories and methods as well as implement them during game development; to make enjoyable, attractive, instructional and immersive according to the target audience.
5)	Understand the technology and computational principles involved in developing games and master the use of game engines.
6)	Understand the process of creation and use of 2D and 3D assets and animation for video games.
7)	Understand and master the theories and methodologies of understanding and measuring player experience and utilize them during game development process.
8)	Comprehend and master how ideas, concepts and topics are conveyed via games followed by the utilization of these aspects during the development process.
9)	Manage the game design and development process employing complete documentation; following the full game production pipeline via documentation.
10)	Understand and employ the structure and work modes of game development teams; comprehend the responsibilities of team members and collaborations between them while utilizing this knowledge in practice.
11)	Understand the process of game publishing within industry standards besides development and utilize this knowledge practice.
12)	Pitching a video game to developers, publishers, and players; mastering the art of effectively communicating and marketing the features and commercial potential of new ideas, concepts or games.