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Exploring Film Genres: From Horror to Comedy – a Creative Film Enrichment Class

Ages 12-16
Live Group Class
In this enrichment class, students will explore a new film genre each week, from horror to comedy. This flexible club is designed for creative learners to engage with film genres, without needing prior knowledge from earlier sessions.

Live video meetings
1x per week
9-12 learners per class
60 min

What's included

1 live meeting
1 in-class hours per week
Mastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. No formal assignments or evaluations. Students will participate in group discussions and interactive activities each week, with informal feedback provided by the instructor.
Certificate of Completion
A certificate will be issued upon completion of the course.

Class Experience

Beginner - Advanced Level
In this ongoing enrichment class, students will explore a new film genre each week, diving into the techniques and storytelling methods that define horror, comedy, drama, and action films. This creative journey is perfect for students who love movies and want to learn more about what makes each genre unique.

Week 1: Horror
Discover how filmmakers build suspense and fear in horror films, using techniques like lighting, music, and camera angles.

Week 2: Comedy
Explore the world of comedy, learning about timing, dialogue, and how humor can be visual as well as verbal.

Week 3: Drama
Dive into drama, understanding how character development and emotional arcs are used to tell meaningful, impactful stories.

Week 4: Action
Learn how action films create excitement and tension with fast-paced editing, stunts, and dynamic storytelling.

Each week’s lesson stands alone, so students can join at any point and enjoy exploring their favorite genres without needing prior knowledge. This is a creative space for film lovers to discuss, discover, and engage with the magic of cinema.

Learning Goals

Explore the unique elements of different film genres.
Understand how genres like horror, comedy, drama, and action shape storytelling.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Some genres, such as horror, may involve mild suspense or action. All content will be age-appropriate.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined September, 2023
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from University of Liverpool
As an award-winning filmmaker with experience in multiple genres, I bring over 17 years of industry knowledge to help students explore and appreciate the art of storytelling through film.

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