Advanced Photo Concepts: Photography and Cinema
Parsons School of Design: School of Art, Media, and Tech
CRN: 2831
Credits: 3
In this course, we examine the deep connections and mutual influence between photography and cinema. Through screenings of key films, we will explore how cinematic style, genre, lighting, and narrative shape both historical and contemporary photographic practices. Lectures will compare notable photographic works with films that inform them—whether through visual style, thematic parallels, or historical reference. The course encourages critical thinking about image construction, a narrative strategy central to fashion, fine art, and contemporary photojournalism. Film genres covered include art films, film noir, documentary, science fiction, independent cinema, video art, and hybrid forms.
College: Parsons School of Design (PS)
Department: School of Art, Media, and Tech (AMT)
Campus: New York City (GV)
Course Format: Seminar (R)
Modality: In-Person
Max Enrollment: 15
Add/Drop Deadline: February 3, 2026 (Tuesday)
Online Withdrawal Deadline: April 14, 2026 (Tuesday)
Seats Available: Yes
Status: Open*
* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 2:50am EDT 10/14/2025