Step into the world of film - where stories travel across decades and continents. You'll go from the dazzling streets of 1950s San Francisco in Vertigo to the sharp social contrasts of modern-day South Korea in Parasite.
Over your two years on this course, you’ll explore 11 unforgettable films spanning more than a century of cinema—from silent era classics to modern masterpieces.
You won’t just watch films, you’ll learn how they work: how directors tell stories, create meaning, and leave a lasting impact on audiences.
And it’s not all theory—you’ll also bring your own ideas to life, creating either a short film or a detailed screenplay and storyboard as part of the practical side of the course.
At Holy Cross, Film Studies is your chance to see the world through the lens of cinema, develop real creative skills, and gain a deeper understanding of the art of filmmaking.
