Date: 08 November 2024
Time: 10:30am to 3:00pm
Location: BFI Southbank
Event details
The aim of this study day is to consider three critical perspectives and associated theorists: constructing / performing gender (bell hooks, Van Zoonen and Butler); Semiotics (Barthes); and Postmodernism (Lyotard and Baudrillard). Theory will be applied and examined as students consider examples from popular entertainment such as the music videos of Janelle Monae and the film Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022).
Key ideas from critical perspectives will be identified and explored as well as the effect of these on text and audience. Activities will supply students with a range of resources and examples for use in their exam preparation and also explain how theories can provide an insight into how many contemporary issues are portrayed in the media, and how these can divide audiences.
In the afternoon we will be joined by our guest speaker Sophia Satchell Baeza for an insightful interview and Q&A. Sophia is a film critic, film programmer and Senior Managing Editor at MUBI. She writes on film for Sight & Sound, MUBI Notebook, and ArtReview.
Our in-venue events take place in one of the BFI’s auditoriums, school groups are encouraged to engage in an interactive lecture where learning activities using clips are designed to peek interest. Students are supported to share their thoughts and ideas helping to build confidence and deepen understanding. It is hoped the Q&A with industry professionals will provide a rare and memorable experience which brings the subject to life for students.
Booking information
To book this study day, you can call 0207 849 4451 and pay by credit or debit card. You can also download, print and return the form below with cheque or card details.
You should book by 4pm at least two working days before the event. However, we recommend booking earlier to avoid disappointment.
Prices
The study day costs £12.50 per student.
Accompanying teachers and adults cost £12.50 each, unless there are five students (or over), then it costs £1 per five students.
Teachers attending without students cost £40.
If your school has over 20% of students getting free school meals, you should ask about a discount when you book.
We cannot send invoices or accept BACS payments for these courses.
For any queries, please email schools@bfi.org.uk.