Major American and international film makers and major genres covered. Odd years Fall. Genres examined in course will vary. Emphasis on accuracy, clarity and comprehensiveness of reporting. Even years Spring.
Odd years Fall.
Examines major theories of film criticism, including the work of Kracauer, Bazin, Eisenstein, Arnheim, Barthes and Metz. Topics covered include the agenda-setting function of the press, political campaigns as television drama, televised political debates and political campaign advertising. Even years Fall. A research seminar in which students work with faculty in ongoing research or design and carry out their own work under faculty supervision. Fall and Spring.