Masters of Mystery: The Great Directors of Classic Suspense Films
Alfred Hitchcock once said of classic films that "Suspense does not consist of the bang. Suspense is the anticipation of the bang." This seminar will examine Hitchcock's observation and explore illustrations of his directorial techniques in some of his most intriguing films, as well as other well-known masters of the genre (such as Robert Siodmak, Billy Wilder, and John Huston) and several lesser known but effective practitioners of the art of classic thrillers. We will examine the importance of story, music, atmosphere, characterization, the unraveling of the mystery and other key elements that contribute to the effectiveness of the director in producing "the anticipation of the bang." Instructor: Jack Rhodes.
Start date: 08/26/12
End date: 08/31/12
Fee: $765 double; $1,020 single; $365 commuter
Contact Information: Samantha Szynskie
Assistant Director
Björklunden - Lawrence University
920-839-2216
samantha.a.szynskie@lawrence.edu
Class Location:
Björklunden
7590 Boynton Lane/PO Box 10
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202
Contact URL: www.lawrence.edu/dept/bjork/bjorkseminars
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