Discusses two related topics affecting film studies as an institution: questions concerning certain paradigms of contemporary theory (poststructuralism in particular) as they relate to politics; and to a greater extent, the relationship of this latter issue to the institutionalization of film studies in the academy. (SR)

Discusses teaching elements of film art in a high-school literature classroom. Focuses on two aspects of film that are different from written literature: metonymy (a key device for analyzing meaning in photography) and the function of film in cultural mythology. (SR)

Gives responses of 11 practicing teachers to the question, "What film or videotape released since 1987 do you recommend for study in secondary English classes?" Provides citations, summaries, and overviews of the works. (HB)

Uses a case study of V. Pudovkin's film, "Return of Vasilii Bortnikov" (1953), to (1) address the possible influence of Hollywood-style continuity on the basic film technique of Soviet Socialist Realism; and (2) account for how the American model may have been modified as it was adapted to the Soviet situation. (PA)

Examines the kind of knowledge humanities courses produce and their role within the global flow of capital and political spheres of influence, noting the western bias to most of what is taught. Describes a proposed undergraduate course on third world film that would bring third world perspectives to the forefront, expose prevailing western biases,…

Studies made in the last few years show that using films in language classrooms is an effective way in teaching a foreign language. Well-chosen films can serve as a valuable pedagogical aid, both for classroom use and self-study. This article is about using films in language classrooms through a specially designed course, whose outline description…

Drawing on the expertise of colleagues in technology and filmmaking, high school teacher Joe Bucolo helps students demonstrate the critical comprehension, mastery, and creative insight that transpire from close study of Shakespeare's plays. Production Teams examine the context and language of Shakespeare's scenes, interview an expert, and address…

This paper describes how director Spike Lee changed Hollywood's representations of African Americans in a dramatic way. He returned to traditions of early African American filmakers like Oscar Michaux by casting all-black movies. In his first film, "She's Gotta Have It", he broke with the Hollywood tradition of using a classic beauty…

Describes the scripting, casting, and filming of "The Loves and Hates of Mrs. Jones" by an elementary language arts class. (RB)

Listing of resource guides for use in answering requests for film rental sources and film subject searches. (CH)

A discussion of research methods for proper teaching of film as an art. (CH)

A review of the social, political, and economic influences in film production and a critique of current assumptions about film criticism. (CH)

Analyzing the setting of six recent "blockbuster" films, this study outlines numerous instances of the Western's influence on several contemporary science fiction films, "Star Wars,""Battlestar Galactica,""Star Trek: The Motion Picture,""The Black Hole,""The Empire Strikes Back," and…