Film Studies
Course Numbering System
All courses are designated by an Alpha designation and three digit number.
• The alpha designation indicates the discipline area of the course;
• The first numeric digit indicates level;
• The second numeric digit indicates a thematic group;
• The third digit indicates sequence within the group.
Levels (First Numeric Digit)
1 Introductory courses (no prerequisites)
2 Introductory courses (may have prerequisites)
3 Relatively specialized courses (may have level 1 or 2 courses as prerequisites)
4 Highly specialized courses (have prerequisites and include independent studies and senior practica)
Courses offered within the Winnipeg Theological Cooperative are identified in the course descriptions by University of Winnipeg numbering
system (e.g. TBIST 7259)
FLM 110 Introduction to Film Studies (6) (A)
This introductory course familiarizes students with the art of film as well as the critical language needed to discuss film. Student will learn to appreciate film as works of art as well as sources of entertainment. This course places particular attention on the history and development of narrative film and how film bears traces of that history. FLM 110 is a prerequisite for all other
Film Studies course. (formerly 2.113 and 2.114)
FLM 220 Genre (3) (O)
A study of one or more major cinematic genres (ie gangster films, westerns), considering how genres evolve and change and how different directors use the conventions of genre. Prerequisite: FLM 110.
FLM 222 Film Noir (3) (O)
A survey of the complicated style called film noir, tracing its origins in German expressionism, proto-noir thrillers and post-war adaptations of hardboiled detective novels thru to contemporary neo-noir films. Prerequisite: FLM 110.
FLM 224 Documentaries (3) (O)
A study of documentary filmmaking and the documentary film as art, socio-cultural document and propaganda. Prerequisite: FLM 110.
FLM 240 National Cinema
A study of the themes and styles in the films of a particular nation or nations – i.e. US, UK, Canada, Europe, Africa. Prerequisite: FLM 110.
FLM 380 Film Theory (3) (B)
A survey of Film Theory from its early period to the present. This course is required for all Film minors. Prerequisite: FLM 110.
FLM 382 Film Adaptation (3) (O)
A study of the interrelationships between literature and film through close analysis of specifics films, novels and plays. Prerequisite: FLM 110. (formerly 2.360)
FLM 383 Director as Artist (3) (O)
A close study of the body of work of one or two significant filmmakers. Prerequisite: FLM 110.
FLM 395 Selected Themes in Film Studies (3) (O)
The content of this course will vary year to year, reflecting the interests and research of the individual instructor. Prerequisite: FLM 110 and at least one other course at the 2xx level.
FLM 400 Research in Film Studies (3) (O)
This course allows the student to undertake a research project under the supervision of a faculty member. It is intended to assist those who are preparing themselves for graduate study in the discipline. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
FLM 495 Independent Study in Film Studies (3) (O)
This course allows the student to undertake independent study on a topic of special interest. It is intended to assist those who are preparing themselves for graduate study in the discipline. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.