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History Of Film Question Paper

History Of Film

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Theatre Arts And Film Technology

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2008

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2008/2009
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
ARTS (THEATRE ARTS AND FILM TECHNOLOGY)

VTF 106:
HISTORY OF FILM

DATE: Monday, 1st December, 2008

TIME: 8.00 a.m. – 10.00 a.m.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Choose any 3 (THREE) questions and discuss the topic.
1.
The role of film/video film in a society like Kenya. Is film necessary in a
developing country?

2.
Riverwood: Discuss the potential of the Kenyan video film as compared to
Hollywood cinema.

3.
Discuss the differences between the silent film and the talkies. What are the
advantages of the silent film? What are the advantages of the „talkie??

4.
Discuss Nigerian video films, their structure, themes and influence. Are they
relevant in the Kenyan society?

5.
What films should be made, sold and shown on Kenyan Television, Kenyan
cinemas and halls. Why? Discuss content and quality and relevance of films.

6.
Should film be an art or a business? Discuss the term “Film Industry”.

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