Department of Film Studies

Department Of Film Studies

Film Studies as a subject has immense potential as it is a perfect embodiment of representation of all the art forms through a combination of theory and practice. It not only enhances the inherent creativity of students but also helps to shape their perspective. With the correct implementation of their knowledge, they can use this most powerful visual medium as a tool to convey and fulfill their social and cultural commitments.
The students are making successful careers in the various fields of print and digital media working as film critics,, news reporters, anchors and researchers. Some students are pursuing their higher studies while some are engaged in research oriented activities in films.

In Loreto College – Film Studies can be taken as an elective pass subject as GE course for 2 semesters under the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) or as an elective subject under the 2-Year degree course paper. The course curriculum covers history of films, theories on films and different techniques used in films - so that at the end of each semester the students can make their own short films and projects.
Objectives:
• To present the subject to the students in a simplified way so that they can discover the subject and find it interesting.
• To encourage and enhance their power of observation and understanding of the subject and generate enthusiasm and love for film, not only as a means of entertainment but also as an art form and thus generate a critical and intelligent viewership.
• To make the students aware of various world cinema and Indian cinema movements through a comparative study
• To give the students basic technical knowledge of film making with practical hands-on experiences so that they have a clear view of every phase of film making and be industry-ready
• The department organizes regular workshops and seminars and encourages students to present research papers and also to take part in various seminars and competitions organized by other colleges and institutes to give them much needed exposure

Department of Film Studies Faculty

Ms. Dipanwita Ghosh

M.A. Lecturer Department of Film Studies Loreto College, Kolkata View Profile