Movies are Magic: More to Explore.

We will screen and discuss a selection of memorable films, including some lesser-known gems, while exploring the craft of filmmaking and the choices that create cinema’s “magic.” What makes a scene work? How do directing, acting, writing, cinematography, and other elements come together to create a compelling film?

Films include A.I. Artificial Intelligence, Being There, The Descendants, Empire of Light, Sliding Doors, The Two Jakes, Something Wild, and more. The course is supported by the Movies Are Magic website: movies-are-magic.com.