Matilde Fogliani – Luisanna Sardu

“Italian Cinema & Film Studies” – A New Perspective on Film as Language & Expression!
Curated by Matilde Fogliani and Luisanna Sardu, experienced educators in American colleges, this project offers an innovative approach to cinema and film-making.
Instead of focusing solely on Italian culture, it explores the language of film itself, analyzing its diverse forms, storytelling techniques, and cultural impact.

A Broader Perspective on Film as a Narrative Form
Beyond Traditional Cinema – Investigate film as a unique form of storytelling, examining its varied structures, formats, and themes
Expanding the Film Spectrum – Analyze different genres, including:

• Feature Films
• Docu-films & Documentaries
• Short Films & Online Videos
• Experimental & Alternative Cinema

A Special Highlight – The program includes an award-winning short film created by students, now recognized in major film productions!
A Cinematic Journey Through Culture & Language

• Film as a Mirror of Reality – Explore how films reflect history, society, and imagination
• Interactive Learning Materials – In-depth linguistic and cultural analysis through worksheets and structured activities
• Rich Film Vocabulary – A specialized lexicon to help students express evaluations, critiques, and arguments with accuracy
• Innovative Tools for Students & Teachers
• Teacher-Customized Workbooks – Educators can use pre-made worksheets or create their own with an advanced automatic generator
• Cutting-Edge Technology for Engagement – Students can:
  – Record and submit film critiques
  – Complete and save worksheets
  – Publish their artistic projects
  – Send assignments directly to teachers

Teacher’s Guide Section – Includes methodological and didactic strategies to maximize the impact of the course in the classroom. Includes 15 exclusive video
lessons!

An immersive and modern way to teach and explore film as both an artistic and linguistic tool—perfect for today’s students!