Scott Higgins - Film in the Classroom

Scott Higgins, a film professor at Wesleyan University, discusses the use of film in education. He emphasizes the perceptual richness of films and the importance of active engagement in film watching. Higgins highlights the artistic tools filmmakers use and the role of film in fostering empathy and understanding different perspectives. He also stresses the significance of historical context in film appreciation and encourages students to explore films from various cultures and eras. The ultimate goal is to help students see films as complex texts and inspire them to create new ways of storytelling.

How does the teacher view the relationship between film and culture?

What lesson does the teacher hope to impart regarding the history of film?

What does the teacher mean by saying that we are not the end of history in relation to film?