VSAR 122 - Survey of World Cinema

Units: 3

Introduces the student to a diverse selection of film, video and digital media from around the world. Covers such subjects as indigenous aesthetics, the political and social force of Third Cinema within revolutionary societies, changing ethnographic cinematic practice, and various approaches to narrative structures within particular cultures. Questions the ethical implications of a Hollywood-dominated film industry. Addresses how particular countries undertake production and distribution within their economies. May be repeated for credit for a total of six (6) units. May not be taken for credit by students who have received credit for VSAR 222.