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F/TV 2BWH
History of Cinema (1950-Present) - HONORS

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Course Description

This course surveys the international development of the motion picture since 1950 as a distinct form of artistic expression, through classic films, notable artists, and key events; investigates the aesthetic, technological, economic, and social factors that contributed to the evolution of cinematic arts; and examines the value systems reflected in and shaped by these works from diverse cultures. Expanded topics in historiography, such as problems and approaches to historical film research and analysis, will be covered. As an honors course, students will be expected to complete extra assignments to gain deeper insight into the history of cinematic arts.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Examine the historical development of narrative film since 1950, including film language and film art.
• Display ability to critically appraise motion pictures from different time periods and parts of the world in aesthetic, technological, economic and socio-historical contexts.
• Distinguish significant genres, movements, film artists and national schools of filmmaking since 1950.
• Analyze representations of class, race/ethnicity, gender and sexuality, demonstrating an understanding of the politics of representation learned in class.

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Course Details

Units

4.5 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 4.5
• Weekly Lab Hours: 0

Gen Ed

General Education Class

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Transferability

Transferable to both UC and CSU

Grading Method

Letter Grading

Also Listed As

F/TV 2BH

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory(ies)

EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

Not open to students with credit in the non-Honors related course.

Admission into this course requires consent of the Honors Program Coordinator.