Global Film Movements
Film Studies · Year 12 · Global Filmmaking Perspectives · 3.º Período

Global Film Movements

An exploration of a specific global film movement, such as the French New Wave or Latin American cinema. Students will investigate the political and cultural contexts that birthed these movements.

National Curriculum Attainment TargetsA-Level Film Studies AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of contexts of filmComponent 2, Section A: Global film (Non-English language)

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An exploration of a specific global film movement, such as the French New Wave or Latin American cinema. Students will investigate the political and cultural contexts that birthed these movements.

Key Questions

  1. What were the political motivations behind this film movement?
  2. How did filmmakers innovate with limited budgets?
  3. What is the lasting legacy of this movement on global cinema?

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