FILM 23 - Contemporary American Film

    Recent Professors
    David H. Goetz
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    45 students
    Difficulty
    5.0Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    Study of the changes of the Hollywood studio system, alternative productions, and independent film since the 1960s. Covers the decline of the studio system, the rise of American New Wave cinema, the history of the blockbuster, the parallel histories of independent and underground film, changing audiences, the effects of new technology, the presence of media conglomerates, women in U.S. cinema, and the popularity of documentary films. Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: A3 CalGETC: 3A
    Usually Held
    Mon 6:50pm–9:55pm