Course Critique

Was the course too easy? too hard? How did the work load compare with other similar courses like Sociology, Psychology, World Religions?
The workload for this course is bearable and reasonable. Procrastination is not advised, that's a definite.
However, I thought the quizzes were hard to score. 0.5% for each question is a lot. Would prefer if its more than 20 questions. Perhaps, additional subjective questions or an essay.

What were your favorite films? Least favorite? What movies would you add/subtract from the course.
Favourite films: Night and Fog, Singing in the Rain, Chinatown, Spirited Away, Some like it Hot, Paris is Burning
Least favourite: Birth of A Nation, The Man with a Movie Camera, Dr Strangelove

What were the most enjoyable ET’s? Least enjoyable?
Most enjoyable ETs : Pandora's Box, Singing in the Rain, Chinatown, Spirited Away
Least enjoyable ETs: Birth of  A Nation, BattlEship of Potemkin and Triumph of The Will

Did you come away with a deeper understanding/enjoyment of cinema?
Definitely, especially movie sequences and the hidden meanings behind every movie. Also, I learn the key signs of every genre. Eg: Noir with dim lights, cigarette smokes, fedora etc I would not have noticed fine details of movies if I have not taken this course. In fact, I learn to analyze movies now rather than just "watching" them.

Were the lectures interesting? boring? so-so?
This is rather subjective.. It depends on individuals and their interest. For me, I like the humour and sarcasm Chairman Rey added in his lectures and Chairman is not afraid to touch on issues like sex and homosexuality. Also, I like the fact that Chairman Rey relates his personal experience as an American in his lectures. Eg: growing up in New York.

Was the blog an effective teaching tool? If not, why not? Would a textbook have been better?
I definitely prefer blog than text book because it is easy to access. Text books are long-winded. Text books are heavy and inconvenient to be carried around. Not to mention, the cost of a text book is hefty.

What would you tell another student who is considering taking the course?
- Do not procrastinate in writing ETs.
- Take this course only if you appreciate the assortment of movie genre. Do not take it if you are not adventurous in watching movie.
- Do not take this course if you hate analyzing and writing essays.
- Do not take if you are unwilling to sacrifice for screenings

What are two things you would tell me to do to make the course better?
- Increase the number of questions for the quizzes.
- Maybe, add screenings of current films or award winnings movies. Good ones of course. Eg: Forrest Gump, The Green Mile, The Shawshank Redemption, Curious Case of Benjamin Button


Thank you, sir! I have learned a lot about movies through this course.
All the best and have a good life !