Richmond Young Writers

In this workshop, students will learn the basics of film criticism. Students will learn about and have the opportunity to apply film theory to their writing, with a focus on how to translate cinematic elements and their effects into words, and how those elements interact with story components like plot, character, and theme. Upon completion of the workshop, students will have written a piece of film criticism or essay about one of their favorite films, genres, or filmmakers, and leave with a stronger understanding of cinematic technique and how to verbalize what is unique about the artform of film.