Spanish Cinema-Beyond Almodóvar-ONLINE

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Course code: F45C

Spanish cinema is probably one of the most internationally recognised European cinemas. We will explore classic and modern Spanish films and delve into a vibrant culture that has produced not only Almodóvar, but a host of talented directors with their signature style and impact on world cinema.

when

From 13 Jan 2025 to 10 Feb 2025
Mon 16:30-18:00

5 weeks

Date
13 Jan 2025
Time
16:30 to 18:00
Date
20 Jan 2025
Time
16:30 to 18:00
Date
27 Jan 2025
Time
16:30 to 18:00
Date
03 Feb 2025
Time
16:30 to 18:00
Date
10 Feb 2025
Time
16:30 to 18:00

with Davide Ariasso

where

Online 


fees

full fee for this course: £112.00, concession fee: £68.00.

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Spanish cinema is probably one of the most internationally recognised European cinemas. We will explore some classic and modern Spanish films and delve into a vibrant culture that has produced not only Almodóvar, but a host of talented directors and artists with their signature style and impact on world cinema. Films by Erice, Saura, Amenábar, Simón.</span></span></span></span></p>

What can students expect?

<p><span style="font-size:18pt"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Each week, you will watch a film and make notes. The group then meets on ZOOM to discuss the film on the day/time advertised. </span></span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">This course will be delivered online using Zoom.</span></span></span></span></p>

Late starters allowed?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">This is a short course, so it is best to join by week 2.</span></span></span></p>

Previous experience required?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:18pt"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">No. A reflective approach to films and curiosity are a good start.</span></span></span></span></span></p>

What is the progression route?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:18pt"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Other film studies courses.</span></span></span></span></span></p>

Are there any extra costs?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:18pt"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes. Streaming costs for each film (around £3.50 per film).</span></span></span></span></span></p>

Work set between sessions?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:18pt"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes: watching films, reading articles, sometimes watching clips.</span></span></span></span></span></p>

What should students bring?

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Notes about the film (film title and guidelines given 3/4 days before each session so that learners can watch it)</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Computer or tablet, stable internet connection, ability to use of ZOOM and film streaming platforms</span></span></span></span></li>
</ul>

Teaching method/style?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:18pt"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Online using ZOOM. Very interactive, debate. Learning from articles and texts about films, questions, theory, interviews. Work in pairs/group.</span></span></span></span></span></p>

Equipment Required

<p><span style="font-size:18pt"><span style="font-family:Cambria,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">See list above.</span></span></span></span></span></p>

Refunds and cancellations

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If we have to cancel your course your fees will be refunded in full. We are unable to reimburse the cost of materials you may have bought for the course.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If you cancel your course booking a week (7 days) or more before the start date we will refund your fees minus an admin charge of 20%.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If you cancel with less than a week (7 days) before the start date or after the course has started, we will not be able to refund your fees.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Transfers will incur a fee of 10% and must be requested 7 days or more before the start of a course unless you are transferring to another course because your original course was cancelled.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">We are not able to offer refunds due to sickness or ill health.</span></span></span></span></li>
</ul>

<p style="margin-left:48px"> </p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If you are due a refund you must contact the office within 3 months of the course to arrange payment as we do not keep card details.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">When attending an online course, it is a learner’s responsibility to ensure they have adequate internet access before the start of a course. Refunds will not be given for technical failure of a learner’s home computer or their internet access.</span></span></span></span></p>