Cinema History through Disney Films
In this 3-session course, students will learn about basic cinematic history through the lens of Disney films.
Devin Klugh, MA Educational Theatre
Average rating:
4.0
Number of reviews:(9)
What's included
3 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
The teacher will lead students on a journey through cinematic history, specifically focusing on Disney films. The teacher will show clips as examples and allow for discussion between students. While some outside viewing is possible for discussions, it is not required. This is an art history class that is a great academic elective for students who are interested in film, Disney, animation, or entertainment. The class is divided into 3 sections and uses Disney films to explore American cinematic history from 1937 to present. The first class will focus on the origins of Disney and how they built their film and storytelling empire. Then, students and teachers will discuss how Disney films reflect what was happening in the world at the time. Class two will focus on Disney/Pixar's change in animation style and how that change reflects cinematic history as a whole. The final class will focus on the Top-10 Highest Grossing Disney Films, which are mostly films from the 2000s.
Learning Goals
Foster student knowledge of the history, theory, aesthetics, institutional contexts and different production modes of a selection of Disney films and media, from their beginnings until the present.
Develop and enhance students’ media literacies through the development of critical, analytical and argumentation skills and independent research.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
All the clips are G or PG-rated
Supply List
No additional purchases necessary
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
- YouTube
- Disney Plus
Joined January, 2021
4.0
9reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am the director of a film industry non-profit, and I have studied the arts extensively, with a Master's Degree in Educational Theatre from New York University. Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
30 min
Completed by 26 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-9 learners per class
