Overview
In this Unit students gain an understanding of what Genre is, including in different mediums such as Film and Television. Students explore how Genres create audience expectations and use certain conventions and production and story elements.
Learning Sequence
Sessions
Getting to Know You
Getting to Know You
Introduction to Genre
Introduction to Genre
What is Genre?
Genre Exploration - Horror
Genre Exploration - Horror
Genre Exploration - Romantic Comedy
Genre Exploration - Romantic Comedy
Genre Exploration - Science Fiction
Genre Exploration - Science Fiction
The Film Pitch Assignment
The Film Pitch Assignment