Course Info

FILM 280: Introduction to Directing

This course is an introduction to directing for the screen. Topics include casting, script analysis, working with actors, and pre-visualization. Each student will direct and produce a short scene study. This course in NOT intended for students majoring in the BFA Film and Television Directing Concentration.

Fall 2025-2026

  • Section: 402
  • Class number: 12684
  • Meeting time: Th 1:30PM - 4:45PM
  • Location: 14EAS 00214 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Ben Zlotucha | View syllabus

Spring 2024-2025

  • Section: 601
  • Class number: 35247
  • Meeting time: W 10:00AM - 1:15PM
  • Location: 14EAS 00214 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: James Boratyn | View syllabus

Fall 2024-2025

  • Section: 402
  • Class number: 14356
  • Meeting time: Th 1:30PM - 4:45PM
  • Location: 14EAS 00214 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: James Boratyn | View syllabus

Fall 2023-2024

  • Section: 402
  • Class number: 13513
  • Meeting time: Th 1:30PM - 4:45PM
  • Location: 14EAS 00214 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: James Boratyn | View syllabus
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Fall 2022-2023

  • Section: 402
  • Class number: 23911
  • Meeting time: Th 1:30PM - 4:45PM
  • Location: 14EAS 00214 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: James Choi | View syllabus