FILM 154 - Regional Cinemas

3 units
3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ENGL 1 or eligibility for ENGL 1A or qualification by appropriate assessment
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU, UC

This course will survey major films and filmmakers from one or more regions, such as Italy or India, or from a geographic area such as Africa or Latin America. By analyzing representative films as unique cultural products, the student will be introduced to various methods of interpreting and evaluating a particular region’s indigenous cinema within its socio-political context. Emphasis is placed on studying films and directors whose stylistic and thematic trends have been affected by significant cultural events. As the content changes each semester, this course is repeatable for credit.

(formerly Film/Video 54)