James received his BA and his MA from ASU, and he has been teaching on the college level for 31 years. He is the author of four screenplays and five plays, which have been produced; and Mr. Barnard has directed over 40 plays as Artistic Director for Actors' Renaissance Theatre and other local theaters.
his greatest expertise is in Film Studies, specifically focusing on American horror films and Italian Neorealism. Mr. Barnard is also the faculty sponsor for the Poly Performing Arts...
James received his BA and his MA from ASU, and he has been teaching on the college level for 31 years. He is the author of four screenplays and five plays, which have been produced; and Mr. Barnard has directed over 40 plays as Artistic Director for Actors' Renaissance Theatre and other local theaters.
his greatest expertise is in Film Studies, specifically focusing on American horror films and Italian Neorealism. Mr. Barnard is also the faculty sponsor for the Poly Performing Arts Club.
Professor of English for over 30 years, teaching at Arizona State University for the last 12 years. I have taught ENG 101 and 102, Professional Writing, Public Speaking and Technical Writing dozens of times. Voted Best Freshmen Writing Instructor on the ASU/Polytechnic campus. Please see RateMyProfessor.com if you want to see student evaluations.
I have taught Introduction to Film Studies since 1992, as well as Great Directors, Literature on Film, and Horror Films. I have written 4 screenplays and won two national awards. I have also had 5 stage plays produced, and I have directed 45 stage plays and was nominated for Best Director for my production of Midsummer Night's Dream.
My students are always very comfortable with me, so please feel free to ask me any questions or contact me at anytime. I look forward to working with you.
