History of Film II (312-2-20)

Instructors

Kalisha Renee Cornett

Meeting Info

Louis Hall 119: Tues 10:00AM - 11:50AM
Lunt Hall 105: Thurs 10:00AM - 11:50AM

Overview of class

This course introduces students to the cultural history of international cinema from the 1950s to the end of the 20th century We will survey a wide range of films beginning in the aftermath of World War II and progressing to present debates about cinema in the digital era. The course is both an introduction to some key filmmakers and national film industries, as well as an introduction to debates in film history and criticism. Some of the topics covered include: the politics of cinematic realism after World War II; decolonization and the Third Cinema movement; the emergence of "new waves" in world cinema; the underground and avant-garde filmmakers of the 1960s and 1970s; new experiments in documentary media; and the impact of digital media on cinema. Throughout, we will pay particular attention to the political possibilities and limits of cinema as a medium that shapes our understanding of our social worlds.

Teaching Method

Class format is lecture/screenings/discussion sections

Class Materials (Required)

All readings are on Canvas.

Class Attributes

Literature & Fine Arts Distro Area

Associated Classes

DIS - Parkes Hall 213: Fri 10:00AM - 10:50AM

DIS - Parkes Hall 213: Fri 11:00AM - 11:50AM