Movie Analysis and Social Club
Join me weekly to discuss and analyze movies in a friendly and inclusive environment.
Craig Tibbotts
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(78)
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
In this weekly class, learners will get the opportunity to discover the magic of movies with other like-minded movie fans. Whether you are new to the world of cinema or you're a real movie buff, all are welcome. An enthusiasm for movies is all that is needed! Class structure will look roughly as follows: - Discussion based on the movie of the week. This will include teacher led critical analysis using film terminology such as: Pre-production analysis including: scripts, locations and casting Production analysis including: cinematography, mise-en-scene, sound and visual/special effects Post-production analysis including: editing, franchises and box office revenue - Movie trivia, facts and quizzes - Watching trailers for upcoming movies Students will be required to watch the movie of the week (MOTW) before class if they wish to participate fully in the discussion, although clips can be watched to help emphasise points for those that haven't. The MOTW will be based on monthly seasons that could be inspired by a certain theme, director, actor, film studio etc. Students are encouraged to suggest movies and therefore the following are subject to change depending on student preference. Classic 80s season 11th September - Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) 18th September - The Breakfast Club (1985) 25th September - The Goonies (1985) 2nd October - The Neverending Story (1984) Spooky season 9th October - Nope (2022) 16th October - Beetlejuice (1988) 23rd October - The Blair Witch Project (1999) 30th October - The Lost Boys (1987) 90s throwback season 6th November - The Shawshank Redemption (1994) 13th November - Clueless (1995) 20th November - Jurassic Park (1993) 27th November - The Matrix (1999) Tis the season to be jolly 4th December - National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) 11th December - Christmas Chronicles (2018) 18th December - Klaus (2019)
Learning Goals
Students will:
- Develop critical thinking
- Develop an understanding of how movies are made
- Develop active listening skills and verbal articulation by taking part in discussions
- Develop social and communication skills
Other Details
Parental Guidance
All movies chosen are age appropriate but parental advisory is encouraged.
Supply List
Students are expected to have watched the weekly movie before class, they are available on most streaming services.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2021
5.0
78reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been in education for 19 years and am currently the Assistant Head of Special Educational Needs in a secondary school (students aged 11-16) in the UK. I believe in an inclusive education for all students, no matter their ability or disability.
I teach English, Film and Media, and creativity is at the heart of all the classes I teach.
I was an art technician for three years in which I honed my artistic skills that I will use to offer art based classes.
I also ran my own small baking and cake decorating business for seven years; I even had celebrity clients! So, I hope to offer these classes to students in the near future.
In my spare time I love walking my pug and I am an avid reader of fantasy fiction. I also enjoy running; I have completed several half marathons and my goal is to complete a full marathon some day. I am a big kid at heart so look out for my Pokémon based classes!
I will leave you with one final thought: 'Education is the most powerful weapon we can use to change the world.' - Nelson Mandela.Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
40 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-10 learners per class
