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Attending one of our film classes means you’ll get to explore film history across a broad range of genres, time periods and regions, from classic Hollywood films to independent film and television. 

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Learn the meaning behind famous films and television shows

Throughout our film classes, you'll learn about all aspects of the film industry, including how films generate meaning and how actors and producers contribute to them. From cult classics to modern day blockbusters, you’ll be immersed in the world of cinematography.  

Our specialised film tutors will discuss up-to-date trends in the industry, empowering you to develop a broad set of skills. You’ll build your awareness of the evolution of film history as an art form and business too, charting the development of film and television through the ages. 

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At WEA, we offer courses in a range of venues as well as online. Whether you’re in a classroom or learning from your bedroom, lounge or kitchen, you’ll still get the same support from your tutor.   

The support you’ll receive 

All our courses are friendly and supportive, helping you build your confidence as well as your understanding of the magical world of film. At the end of your course with us, you’ll leave with a new network of people, all of whom share the same interest and passion as you.

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Film Studies: 5 Classics from the Golden Age of British Cinema

A fun and accessible course exploring a selection of films spanning the ‘Golden Age’ of British cinema. The 1940s through to the early 1960s are widely regarded as being a ‘Golden Age’ of British Cinema, before the strain of limited finances, and difficulties with overseas distribution saw the dominance of Hollywood take over the U.K box office. We (re)visit a compelling collection from this era, promoting knowledge, understanding and appreciation and confidence regarding film and cinema. We have fun and discuss a selection of his works, considering running themes and techniques whilst considering audience appeal and interpretation then and now.
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Dates:
Mon 16/06/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
George Cromack
Course code:
Q00021049
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Film & Media: Conversational English and British Values Using Film Studies

Aimed at an intake of learners from the refugee community within the local (Scarborough area) - a fun and accessible way to practice and develop conversational English skills, understanding what is meant by term British Values watching and discussing a selection of clips from Film and Television, encouraging new knowledge and learning skills but also: Practicing vocabulary and phrases for everyday situations, such as greetings, introductions, and simple conversations about personal information, family, and daily activities, enabling learners to participate in community life more, furthering the ablity to support a child's well-being, leraner's own independant living and improving well-being all round. A community centred environment where students can practice English naturally whilst also considering how the films/clips selected also relate to British values and applying some learning skills. Ideal wish to understand more about particular points of reference or turns of phrase which may otherwise seem confusing.
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Dates:
Thu 15/01/2026 -
Thu 26/03/2026
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
10 sessions
Location:
Stephen Joseph Theatre (Scarborough)
Westborough
Scarborough
YO11 1JW
Tutor:
George Cromack
Course code:
Q00022658
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

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12 months
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