Narrative Devices in Film Course
This course equips you with skills to master narrative devices in films. Learn to map turning points, control camera and editing rhythms, and leverage sound, colour, and mise-en-scène to shape stories and emotions. Perfect for cinema professionals seeking enhanced analysis and stronger visual storytelling abilities.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This practical course teaches you to analyse feature films using key narrative tools like camera language, framing, editing, rhythm, sound, music, silence, mise-en-scène, colour, and production design. Follow step-by-step methods for shot-by-shot breakdowns, timestamped notes, and mapping turning points to develop a reliable process for advanced visual storytelling analysis.
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Develop skills
- Map film narrative structure by identifying key turning points with clear evidence.
- Decode camera angles, framing, and POV to uncover narrative strategies quickly.
- Analyse editing, rhythm, and timing to manage tension and information flow.
- Employ sound, music, and silence effectively as narrative tools in films.
- Interpret mise-en-scène and colour to reveal themes, subtext, and character development.
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