SOCI 3355 Film as Sociology

A sociological study of the relationships among society, politics, and films.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Either SOCI 1101, SOCI 2210, ANTH 2250, or permission of instructor.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Critically view and analyze films from a sociological perspective.
2. Understand the relationship between politics, society, and films; what we may learn from films when we contextualize them within the social realities of their productions; how sociological arguments may be embedded within films; and the political potential of films.
3. Feel more comfortable about using a ‘public voice.’ Hone the crucial skill of articulating and defending positions to an audience of peers, rationally defending views, and critiquing others’ positions.