DEPARTMENT & SERVICES

The Department of Film at Brooklyn College is the only public undergraduate department of film studies and film production in the New York area. We offer two programs of study. Students seeking an undergraduate degree may earn a Bachelor of Arts in Film with concentrations in Film Production, Film Studies, Screenwriting, Film Producing, or Film Marketing. Students who wish to focus on filmmaking exclusively may take the 30-credit Certificate in Film Production program. Our students acquire hands-on experience with Super 8mm/16mm film and digital video projects, as well as work in industry internships. Our distinguished faculty and professional staff provide personal and supportive attention.

LANGUAGES

English is the dominant language. Foreign titles are usually not purchased.

GEOGRAPHIC AREA

The emphasis of the collection is the United States.

CHRONOLOGICAL LIMITS

The emphasis is current. The development of a retrospective collection is unnecessary.

FORMATS PURCHASED

Books, journals, and electronic sources.

MATERIALS EXCLUDED

Audiovisual - (This exclusion is due to budget restraints. Exceptions can be made if the costs do not interfere with books and journals subscriptions.)

NUMBER OF COPIES

Usually only one.

SUBJECTS TO BE EMPHASIZED IN COLLECTION

Screenwriting
History of Film
French film
Film Production

SELECTION ACTIVITY

Faculty involvement in material selection - Low.

ORDERING TOOLS

Choice, Book Reviews.