MFC6162 - Film and Television Adaptation

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

(1) demonstrate systematic understanding of the history of film and television adaptation;
(2) demonstrate systematic understanding of theoretical accounts of adaptation;
(3) deploy and evaluate relevant concepts in the analysis of specific film and /or television works.

Content:

The module examines the history and theory of adaptation in cinema and television and explores questions of ethical representation. It addresses topics such as: the distinctive nature of cinema and television; adapting Dickens; the Bible; Shakespeare on screen; stage to screen; Hollywood and British costume drama; Merchant Ivory; graphic novels; best-sellers.

The module will develop students’ research skills, and the subject for the second assessed essay will be determined on the basis of individual negotiation with the module coordinator.

Learning and Teaching Information:

The scheme assumes recruitment of 30.
This module involves a high level of independent study/work supported by a named supervising tutor.

Lectures
Contact Hours: 10 Number of Groups: 1

Seminars
Contact Hours: 20 Number of Groups: 2 x 15

Assessment: