FILM
150:
Cinematography I (Formerly Film 250)
This course is an overview of the technologies and aesthetic principles of cinematography. The concepts covered will include digital formats, measurement and control of exposure, basic lens properties, camera support and movement, rules of composition and the placement and control of light. Class sessions will consist of lectures, demonstrations, hands-on exercises and screenings of selected film clips which demonstrate specific cinematography techniques.
FILM 110 is a prerequisite for this class.
Fall 2025-2026
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Section:
401
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Class number:
15605
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Meeting time:
Tu
8:30AM
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11:45AM
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Location:
CINES P0022
at
Cinespace Chicago Film Studios Campus
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Instructor:
Estrella Vargas
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CLOSED
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Section:
402
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Class number:
15606
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Meeting time:
Th
1:15PM
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4:30PM
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Location:
CINES P0022
at
Cinespace Chicago Film Studios Campus
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Instructor:
Lori Felker
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CLOSED
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Section:
403
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Class number:
15607
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Meeting time:
Th
8:30AM
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11:45AM
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Location:
CINES P021B
at
Cinespace Chicago Film Studios Campus
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Instructor:
Estrella Vargas
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CLOSED
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Section:
404
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Class number:
15608
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Meeting time:
Tu
1:15PM
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4:30PM
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Location:
CINES P021B
at
Cinespace Chicago Film Studios Campus
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Instructor:
Dana Kupper
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CLOSED
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Section:
701
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Class number:
15609
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Meeting time:
Tu
6:00PM
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9:15PM
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Location:
CINES P021B
at
Cinespace Chicago Film Studios Campus
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Instructor:
CLOSED