Ever wondered why a specific camera angle makes you feel uneasy, or why a certain lighting style feels "heroic"? In this session, we go beyond the screen to explore Film Studies as a critical lens.
Join us for an exciting session as we Decode Cinema and Cultural Iconography.
This interactive session is split into two parts.
Part 1: Decoding Cinema – How Films Make Meaning (20 mins)
Ever wondered why a specific camera angle makes you feel uneasy, or why a certain lighting style feels "heroic"? In this session, we go beyond the screen to explore Film Studies as a critical lens. Using iconic examples from early classics to modern blockbusters, we’ll break down how camera movement, performance, and mise-en-scène work together to tell a story. You’ll discover how cinema does more than just entertain. It’s a powerful cultural text that shapes our history, our politics, and our everyday lives.
Part 2: Cultural Iconography – The Power of the Film Star (20 mins)
What makes a movie star more than just a famous face? This session introduces you to the fascinating world of Film Stardom and how actors embody massive cultural ideas. From the legends of the silent era to the A-listers of today, we’ll analyse how film studios craft star images to promote messages about national identity, gender, and class. We’ll also look at how stars take control of their own narratives, proving that the "star image" is a complex, multifaceted tool for shaping public perception.
Date: Tuesday 23rd June 2026
Time: 17:00 - 18:00 GMT
Online via MS Teams