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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
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
FTV3980 Making B Movie Spring
Fall
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 : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ERKAN BÜKER
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ERKAN BÜKER
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course aims to understand B-Movies as new genre in the cinema. Students
will aim to understand what is the basic setting of low budget movies and they
will focus on producing their own B movie based on their analyzes in the genre.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
i. understand the common characteristics of B movies.
ii. gain the ability to design a B movie.
iii. Learn the rules of B Movie making
iv. Learn to create a film with a low budget and the tricks in a low budget film production.

Course Content

In this class students learn the main principles of B Movie. It is encouraged to discuss in the class how image creates meaning with the help of B Movie composition and the difference between B and A Movie

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) information about course -
2) B movie analysis of famous director and producers Duel – Steven Spielberg
3) B movie analysis of famous director and producers Braindead – Peter Jackson
4) B movie analysis of famous director and producers Cape Fear -Martin Scorsese
5) B movie analysis of famous director and producers Joy Ride – J.J. Abrams
6) B movie analysis of famous director and producers The Teror – Ford Coppola
7) Final Project: Script Design Neighbor – Robert Masciantonio
8) Final Project: Script Design -
9) Final Project: Production Planning -
10) Final Project: Preparing Shooting Plan -
11) Final Project :Art Design and Make-up -
12) Final Project :Art Design and Make-up -
13) Final Project : Shooting -
14) Final Project : Editing -

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Plannig the Low-Budget Film Robert Latham
Digital Filmmaking 101: An Essential Guide to Producing Low-Budget Movies Dale Newton Sir
Destroy All Movies!!! The Complete Guide to Punks on Film Zack Carlson , Bryan Connoly
References: -

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 10 % 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
Application 3 3 9
Field Work 3 5 15
Study Hours Out of Class 4 3 12
Project 5 5 25
Midterms 1 3 3
Final 1 15 15
Total Workload 121

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) Being able to identify problems and ask right questions
2) Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude
3) Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail
4) Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education
5) Applying theoretical concepts in project planning
6) Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork
7) Increasing efficiency rate in business environment
8) Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty
9) Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business
10) Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding
11) Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology
12) Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life
13) Possessing managing skills and competence
14) Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations
15) Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment