MD 3213/W Cinema 1948–2000

3 Credits

This course is a critical survey of cinema from in immediate post-WWII period to 2000. Genres covered will include documentary, comedy, drama and experimental. Works willbe discussed in detail in terms of their place in the development of the form, and in terms of their cultural and social context. Each week, students will view the assigned film before class for details formal analysis and critical context in class. The course will be organized thematically; each week, a selection of alternate films will be offered for additional viewing and essay topics.

Prerequisite(s): EW 1023 or EN 1233W or EN 1203H , and a 2000-level humanities and social sciences course.
Note: Satisfies a humanities and social sciences elective.