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Students in the Program in Film and Media Studies can choose from a broad range of small, hands-on courses that combine theory and practice in film, television, popular culture, and new media. Courses are taught by faculty who include award-winning filmmakers, screenwriters, animators, sound designers, composers, film critics, historians, and theorists.
Meld the study of filmmaking with hands-on experience. Students focus on critical study or film production to complete their degree.
Our faculty has a wide range of experience in film and media, and facilitate connections with industry and alumni for students.
Our alumni have access to a strong network of members who work in film, television, and media across the nation and around the world.
Johns Hopkins University’s undergraduate and graduate film and media programs are ranked No. 20 in the U.S. in the most recent annual list of the top 50 film schools from TheWrap, a leading Hollywood digital news outlet that covers the entertainment and media industry. TheWrap’s rankings were compiled by Screen Engine/ASI, the entertainment industry’s premier...
Film and Media Studies was honored to welcome producer Alexandra Byer back to Baltimore for a master class with students followed by screening of the award-winning Familiar Touch. The film follows Ruth, an octogenarian, who is adjusting to life in assisted living.
When Geoff Alexander, founder, director, and CEO of the Academic Film Archive of North America (AFANA) began looking for a place to donate the 7,600 16mm films in his collection, Johns Hopkins was one of the places he considered. After a visit to JHU and the Sheridan Libraries, his decision was made.