Robert Vianello - California State University Los Angeles

Professor: Robert Vianello

Department: TBD

College: California State University Los Angeles

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: TVF470
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

he only takes attendance once and if you are late by literally one minute or right after your name was called he won't accept it. the textbook was never used at all . he might call on during lectures no phones in class. no homework

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He is a good professor. He taught exactly too the point. If you pay attention and actually understand the parts of the films he addresses then you will pass. There was a written midterm, one 6-8 page essay, and a quiz for the final. Make sure to do the readings and you will pass.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

he is so horrible, i was expecting making better on final but he had cancelled that

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Don't like the way his book is organized. Some of the movies are BORING, but pay attention because that is the point of the class. Attendance, one paper, midterm. He did gives us a final and said there might be a pop quiz but there wasn't. WOULD TAKE AGAIN. Interesting class. Never will see film the same, in a good way!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: TVF470
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He's amazingly helpful in this class. He knows tons of different people from the industry and gets them to come to class and talk to us! He grades on attendance and one paper that lets us do research on what we want to do in the future. An amazing opportunity.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Prof Vianello is my fave at CSULA! I took Survey of Film w/him and I've learned to watch films in a whole new light. We watched/analyzed films every week. He then has the entire class participate in discussions. I have learned more in his class than most others I've taken in years. I hope he teaches more courses here. Loved this class! :)

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

This was my 1st semester at CSULA, Prof Vianello was my fave! This class is Survey of Film where you learn to analyze films. We watched and analyzed a movie each week. I have learned SO much in this class. I now watch films through the eyes of a filmmaker which can only help me be that much better when I make my own. I highly recommend Vianello!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

A great teacher,and really gives you the basics you will need to continue in the TVF major.Some people said he was difficult but that is only if you don't do the readings and don't pay attention.His lectures are never boring,and his film choices are very interesting. He really challenges his students and motivates them to be on top of their game.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This is an easy class if you pay attention and remember the lectures he give. He is very eccentric so his lectures are never boring. You watch a movie every week and analyze it. You're assigned 1 term paper on a analysis of a film of your choice. His lectures are basically a repeat on the rules that constitutes a (Classical Hollywood Cinema).

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

one of my fav. classes. The class really makes one think about different areas of film. we watched a movie every week & analyzed it. he doesnt quiz on reading but if you dont read every week the final will kick your ass. theres a final paper analyzing a film of your choice. Hes funny as hell but Make sure to speak up and know what youre saying

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Also teaches 220.Excellent professor who makes subjects more interesting.A bit moody and sometimes strange,though.NOTE TO STUDENTS IN 224: read chapter on CHC immidiately or he will hammer you!He only gets upset if he knows you are not studying, so study and learn and you will have a great advisor who will help you get a internship.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: TVF220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

In your face teaching at its best. Really makes you think about who really runs the world. Easy class if you show up everyday you should pass with ease.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ALL200
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Vianello is a great professor who cares about helping students become better filmmakers so that Hollywood won't continue to generate content for the over sized idiot box, although some people can't help but be stupid. I digress. He's onto something...you'll see! Work Hard!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Vianello is the greatest prof I have ever had... hands down. He kicks ass. Yeah, he can be a bit harsh, but it's his style and it's very funny if you don't take it too seriously. I love him, I love him, I love him. TAKE HIM!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Vianello is not that great. The guy knows his stuff but sometimes he might be a bit of a jerk. He could either get you more interested or make you quit. Don't bother asking for help outside of class, because he won't give it. His finals never make sense. Only take him if you're planning on being there every day and read a lot.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: TVF224
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I love the way he teaches! very passionate and in your face attitude. all u do is watch movies and analyze them. it cant get any easier than that. dont listen to any of the negative comments, vianello is the real deal!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: TVF220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

you just watch old to modern tv shows @ every class meeting and discuss them. Vianello knows his stuff. u dont need the book, just take some good notes and thats it. he tells you exactly what will be on the test. he will open your eyes to TV and govt propaganda!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: TVF470
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The guy is too picky and lacks intelligence when giving the information about your final. Needs to be more reasonable in getting a book for the final.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: TVF301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

What do you say about a guy like Vianello? He's one of a kind alright... but in a good way. CHC! If you can just suck it up and read between the lines of his lectures than you'll walk away with more than just an education - you'll have an appreciation for the film industry. I highly recommend him as an adviser; all in all he's freaking awesome!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: COMS505
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

You need to watch Chinatown with him. He gave the Best overview of post-modernism that I've ever heard and it was under an hour. That says a lot given that the fact that it was Vianello. You'd have to take his class to even understand...Thanks,Dr. V!