AMST 2760
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- Schedule of Classes - February 6, 2017 7:14PM EST
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Classes
AMST 2760
Course Description
Course information provided by the 2016-2017 Catalog.
From the beginning of the twentieth century to the present moment, movies -- and in particular Hollywood -- have profoundly influenced the ways in which people see, think and talk about the world. Focusing mostly on Hollywood film, this course introduces the study of American cinema from multiple perspectives: as an economy and mode of production; as an art form that produces particular aesthetic styles; as a cultural institution that comments on contemporary issues and allows people to socialize. We will consider the rise of Hollywood in the age of mass production; the star system; the introduction of sound and the function of the soundtrack; Hollywood's rivalry with television; censorship; the rise of independent film, etc. Weekly screenings introduce major American genres (e.g. science fiction, film noir, the musical) and directors (e.g. Hitchcock, Kubrick, Tarantino).
Distribution Category (LA-AS)
When Offered Fall.
Comments Each student must enroll in a section and attend one screening per week.
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: ENGL 2761, PMA 2560, VISST 2300
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Goldwin Smith Hall G64-Kau Aud
Instructors
Haenni, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Film viewing is required for this class. Films will be available for viewing on Blackboard and will also be screened after Monday class meetings from approx. 8:45-10:30.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Lincoln Hall 107
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Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Goldwin Smith Hall G24
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Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F Lincoln Hall 107
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Instruction Mode: In Person
Department Consent Required (Add)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F Lincoln Hall 107
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Department Consent Required (Add)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R White Hall 106
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R White Hall 106
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Instruction Mode: In Person
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