This seminar is an introduction to narrative film, with a focus on the historical evolution of the film medium and the development of U.S. American cinema through its different eras. The seminar concentrates on close analysis and criticism of U.S. American films from a wide time range, from the early silent period, classic Hollywood genres to contemporary and groundbreaking films, in order to enable a deep understanding of cinema as a highly influential cultural artifact.
Please note that this seminar's sessions (via Zoom) will take place every scheduled Monday 14-16 hs, and both regular attendance and active participation in the group discussions are required to get the seminar's SL (credit points).
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weekly | Mo | 14-16 | ONLINE | 12.04.-23.07.2021 |
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23-ANG-AngPM3 Profilmodul 3: American Studies | PM 3. 3 US American Literatures and Media | Study requirement
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23-ANG-AngPM3.1_a Profilmodul 3.1: American Studies | PM 3.1.3 Literature and Media | Study requirement
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23-ANG-AngPM3_a Profilmodul 3: American Studies | 3.3 Literature and Media | Study requirement
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