COMING SOON

Monday, Wednesday
9:10a - 10:35a
Professor: Geri Ulrey

Spring 2025

FTVM 108
DOCUMENTARY FILM AESTHETICS

3.0 Units
FTVM 108 explores how the style, look,
and structure of documentary films affect
considerations of ethics, point of view, and
persuasion. Topics of study include the
voice of documentary, documentary modes,
the influence of social media, cultural and
national representation in documentary, and
the evolution of digital technology in the
context of nonfiction. Students will watch a
wide variety of documentaries that exam-
ine the concept of “truth” on film and the
filmmaker’s ability to distort or clarify our
perception of reality. We will pay particular
attention to the historical, cultural, environ-
mental, political and economic influences
that shaped the documentary form. Lecture
3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ENGL
101 or ESL 151. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC