FTV4966 Cinema and Dramaturgy IIBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs CARTOON AND ANIMATIONGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
CARTOON AND ANIMATION
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
FTV4966 Cinema and Dramaturgy II Spring 3 0 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

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: None
Course Objectives: The main goal of this course is to explore the concept of identification and discuss the aesthetic values produced from different cinematic perspectives.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Will be able to develop dramaturgical perspective
2. Will be able to discuss the concept of identification and spectator
3. İdentify theories about gaze and film aesthetics
4. Will be able to discuss the relationship between the concept of identification and the political

Course Content

Relationship between gaze and identification will be elaborated through the works of Aristotle, Brecht, Lacan and Mulvey.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Identification theories
2) Exploring identification with selected films Watching the following films: - Play it again, Sam - Being John Malkovich - Hayallerim Aşkım ve Sen
3) Identification and Aristotle's theoratical writings, discussing on catharsis concept
4) the politics of representation and identification in the genre melodrama
5) The process of identification in melodramas. Analysis of Dougles Sirk's film 'Imıtation of Life'
6) Exploring of Metz's thought in terms of Lacan's concept of the mirror stage Readings on Lacan and Metz
7) Elaborating the concept of identification and analysing a film though the concept.
8) Yabancılaşma ve Brehtyen Estetik
9) The impact of Brecht on Godard Film Screening; Le Mepris by Godard
10) Impacts of Brechtian structure on cinema Watching Lars von Trier's Dogville
11) The masculine gaze and identification in cinema, Laura Mulvey readings Watching Hitchcock's Rear Window
12) Identification and queer cinema Watching Almadovar's Todo Sobre mi Madre
13) Hybrid identities, identification and accented cinema
14) General overview and analysis over films

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References: 1. An Accented Cinema, Naficy, 2001
2. Bertolt Brecht, Lellis, 1982Brecht'i Anlamak, Benjamin, 2004
3. Melodram ve Anlam, Klinger, 1994
4. Film theories, A. Dudley, 2000
5. Poetica, Aristoteles, 2011
6. Visual Pleasure and Narrative Cinema, Mulvey
7. Narration in Fiction Film, Bordwell, 1985

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Homework Assignments 2 % 10
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 8 5 40
Homework Assignments 1 10 10
Midterms 1 15 15
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 127

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) To have theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in cartoon and animation.
2) To be able to develop research, observation-experience, evaluation skills in the field of cartoon and animation and effectively communicate ideas, convincing actions and emotions using cartoon and animation and performance principles in every direction.
3) Making animated films with various artistic styles and techniques.
4) Designing the cartoon and animation production process using initiative, applying it with creativity and presenting it with personal style.
5) To be a team member in the production process of cartoon and animations, to be able to take responsibility and manage the team members under their responsibility and to lead them.
6) To be able to evaluate cartoon and animations in the framework of their knowledge and skills.
7) To be able to define and manage learning requirements in the field of cartoon and animation.
8) To be able to communicate with related organizations by sharing scientific and artistic works in cartoon and animation and to share information and skills in the field.
9) To monitor developments in the field of cartoon and animation using foreign languages ​​and to communicate with foreign colleagues.
10) To be able to use general information and communication technologies at advanced level with all kinds of technical tools and computer software used in cartoon and animations.
11) Using critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies in all aspects of development and production, effectively communicating ideas, emotions and intentions visually, verbally and in writing, and effectively incorporating technology in the development of cartoon and animation projects.
12) To have sufficient knowledge about ethical values ​​and universal values ​​in the field of cartoon and animation.