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    FILM 153 - American Independent Cinema

    Recent Professors
    Laura K. Almo
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    45 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of FILM 153
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course surveys the socio-economic, political, and artistic forces that led to the rise of American Independent Cinema. Emphasis will be placed on studying film makers, such as D.W. Griffith, Roger Corman, Robert Redford, David Lynch, Spike Lee, and Quentin Tarantino, who pioneered producing movies outside of the traditional Hollywood system. (formerly Film/Video 53) Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .