WGS 4030 Global National Transnational Film&media
This course examines one or more cinemas in historical, cultural, aesthetic, political and comparative contexts. Key filmmakers and styles receive attention, and concepts of identity, the nation, the transnational and the global diaspora are considered. Possibilities for any one installment of the course include Indian, Scandinavian/Nordic, German, French, International Jewish, Pan-African, British/Irish, Mexican or other Latin American, Soviet/Russian, Italian film. Research paper required. Prerequisite: One previous film studies course. Depending upon the region(s) studied, this course might meet the department's requirement for one course on non-Western/post-colonial literature or film. (Every other year)
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