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Johns Hopkins University | AS.061.413

Lost & Found Film

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(4.48)

This course explores various elements of film production and filmic expression through a somewhat nebulous field typically described as lost films. Lost films (or as they are sometimes called, "orphan" films) can be generally described as films that have, for a variety of reasons, fallen out of the public view. They frequently come from educational, scientific, medical, or industrial films from the 1950s and 1960s. Using these films as source materials, lost film filmmakers explore and expose cultural conventions, visual icons, and historical value materials. Each week, students are responsible for re-editing sources found on an internet archive site. The assignments follow thematic concerns related to film editing. Students complete a final project (4-8 minutes). All editing for the course is accomplished with non-linear software, generally Adobe Premiere or Final Cut.

Fall 2014

(4.83)

Spring 2023

(4.14)

Fall 2014

Professor: John Mann

(4.83)

The aspects of the class which garnered the highest praise from students were the creative freedom of assignments, the fantastic instructor, and regular assignments that force improvement. Students were especially pleased with the insightful feedback from the instructor and peers. Technical difficulties and insufficient time for revision were the worst aspects of the class. Students also thought that additional readings would improve the class. Students considering this class should know it is quite theoretical, with grades based more on content over technical proficiency. However, a background in editing software beyond iMovie is useful, students said. This class and instructor were highly recommended, students said. 151

Spring 2023

Professor: John Mann

(4.14)