GEHRHSD Curriculum Guide 2026-27

FILM APPRECIATION Grades 10-12, 5 Credits AHS

Film Production blends practical, hands-on learning with grounding in the aesthetics and craft of moviemaking. Students will be guided through a number of activities to engage them in film theory and production skills. Students looking to pursue a degree in communications or drama, students who feel that an extensive knowledge of technology and its evolution will benefit them in life, as well as creative students seeking an outlet to express their thoughts, feelings and opinions are the intended members of the course. Coursework will focus on utilizing various forms of authentic assessment that will provide students with a rigorous and relevant curriculum. Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate a strong understanding of the history and trade of movie making. Via integrated study and a creation of works that directly coincide with historical events, styles, movements, techniques, methods and genres, students will learn and achieve. Furthermore, through a heavy focus on the business and community links, students will be given a foundation for pursuing future careers, internships and networks in the field. Students enrolled in the Film Appreciation course will explore film as an art form as well as examine the impact of cinema on our culture. They will develop the skills necessary to identify the effects of society and culture on a variety of film genres. Students will experience and develop an interest in motion pictures as well as improve their comprehension by interpreting, analyzing and evaluating film in order to categorize it into genres. The course will follow the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards for the Visual and Performing Arts with special emphasis placed on theme, symbolism, acting, screenwriting, cinematography, special effects, direction, editing and sound. Finally, the course will trace the historical development of film in our society and culture. FILM PRODUCTION Grades 10-12, 5 Credits CCHS OHS