Course Catalog Information (24-25)
F/TV 75G
History of Animation (1900-Present)
Course Description
An international survey of the historical development of the animated film, from its origins to a contemporary art form, with emphasis on the contributions of Fleischer, Disney, Warner Bros., Zegreb, Studio Ghibli, and National Film Board of Canada, as well as many important independent artists; an investigation of the aesthetic, technological, economic, and social factors that contributed to the form; an examination of the value systems reflected in and shaped by works from diverse cultures.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Identify and describe the development of the animated short film from 19th century pre-cinematic devices to the present, noting its role in international film history.
- Analyze the formal evolution of the animated short film, including the development of aesthetic elements such as narrative structure, art direction, camera language, sound design and editing styles.
- Refine and employ critical thinking skills in aesthetic, technological and socio-political contexts to understand animated films produced in various historical eras and geographic regions.
Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Gen Ed
- General Education Class
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Transferability
- Transferable to CSU only
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory(ies)
- EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5
- Prerequisite(s)
- Corequisite(s)
Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills
- Limitation(s) on Enrollment
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