In this course, designed for makers and researchers alike, students willlearn how to approach filmmaking as a research methodology. Specifically, students will learn how to conduct immersive ethnographic research, qualitative data analysis, archival research in support of a documentary/ethnographic film. The course draws upon theory and practice from the fields of anthropology, documentary, journalism and communications research. The final project is a short film (or sample scene) and research paper, both which students will develop through weekly assignments throughout the semester.