Welcome!
This class was the idea and brainchild of Mr. Gorry, who knows about every movie known to man. It evolved over the space of two years, and we discussed the subject extensively.
I will be teaching two sections of this class, so please pay attention to the notes and posts, as we may end up discussing different movies or different periods in history.
The object of this class is to make you more critical of the movie industry, and for you to be able to learn to critically analyze the things you see, hear, and read. Movies are a great way for you to look at history. You will no longer go to the movies with your popcorn and watch things be blown up. You will now look for good acting, bad acting, analyze whether the portrayal of the events is historically accurate, criticize costumes and settings, look for the perspective of the filmmakers and directors and debate and discuss the subject of historiography pertaining to films.
You will need:
--a notebook and something to write with (yes, even seniors)
--a signed permission slip allowing you to watch all of the films selected for this class.
--the ability to do some work and research--if you do not have a computer, you will need to visit the library at times.
Your grades:
--Homework 20%
--Classwork 20%
--Assessments 40% (projects/tests/etc)
--notebook 20%
I look forward to both sections of this class.
