Theme of this term: Poetic Documentary.

A Poetic Documentary is a filmmaking genre that delves into the evocative world of visual poetry, exploring abstract themes, emotions, and human experiences through a non-linear, often unconventional narrative approach. This genre aims to provide a captivating and thought-provoking portrayal of reality, allowing viewers to engage with subjects on a more emotional and sensory level. Throughout this genre, students will immerse themselves in a variety of artistic and conceptual subjects, including personal stories, social issues, and cultural phenomena. Guided by the mentor, students will undertake thorough research to develop a nuanced understanding of their chosen topics, enabling them to create compelling and visually poetic documentary works.

In this online course, students will receive comprehensive instruction on the art of producing poetic documentaries, covering key areas such as visual storytelling techniques, experimental cinematography, creative sound design, rhythmic editing, and the use of metaphor and symbolism in film. Students will have the opportunity to craft their documentary scripts tailored to the poetic style, bringing to life abstract concepts and emotional narratives through short film projects.

The creation of a poetic documentary demands critical thinking as students select, analyze, and present information about their chosen subjects in innovative ways, thereby enhancing their artistic expression and communication skills in the context of visual poetry.

Students are required to have access to a video recording device to participate in the class. This can be as simple as a smartphone with video recording capabilities. The course also focuses on the use of DaVinci Resolve as the primary editing tool, empowering students to create visually striking and emotionally resonant videos with their own unique style. For more information about DaVinci Resolve, you can check out https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/.