Discover the Essence of Cinematic Education
Learn About Satter Guides: Your Film Education Resource
Satter Guides is a premier online platform offering a variety of educational resources focused on movies. Our expansive collection of downloadable guides allows users to delve into cinematic themes, techniques, and history, enriching their appreciation and understanding of films.
Since launching, Satter Guides has become a trusted resource for students and film enthusiasts, helping thousands enhance their cinematic knowledge and personal movie experiences through expertly crafted guides and educational content.
Our Mission
At Satter Guides, our mission is to empower learners and film lovers by providing comprehensive educational resources that deepen their understanding of cinema, encouraging appreciation of the art form across diverse audiences.
Our Values
We are committed to quality, accessibility, and community engagement, ensuring that our resources are not only informative but also approachable for everyone, fostering a shared love for film education.
Our Vision
We envision a world where cinematic education is accessible to all, inspiring future generations to appreciate the rich tapestry of film history, techniques, and themes while cultivating a vibrant community of film enthusiasts.
Mary Ann Satter
Film EducatorMary Ann Satter earned both her BA and MA from the University of Rochester. She has dedicated four decades to teaching English and Film at the high school level and has also served as an adjunct faculty member at Nazareth University, Rochester Institute of Technology, and the OSHER Institute at RIT.
With four generations of film enthusiasts in her family, Mary Ann stands out as the most passionate. Her love for films began at the age of 11 when she watched Mervyn LeRoy’s 1932 film, I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang, on television and first recognized the power of cinema. She has since read, researched, and written extensively about films. Remarkably, she has watched Citizen Kane at least 100 times and still finds it captivating.
Bryan Moulton
Student and film enthusiastAs a student at the OSHER Institute at RIT, Bryan Moulton was fascinated by the breadth and depth of Mary Ann’s cinematic knowledge. Her classes are both captivating and informative. Inspired by her extensive study guides, Bryan helped to create the Satter-Guides resource so that others could gain a similar appreciation for the film that Mary brings to her in-person classes.
“It felt like a natural step for me to leverage my skills and resources in building this website. I truly hope that others will find Mary Ann’s insightful guides as enjoyable and valuable as I do.”
-Bryan Moulton