THA 137 - Introduction to World Cinema

    Recent Professors
    K. Clark
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This course surveys the history of international film from its genesis to the modern era of transnational and digital cinemas. This course introduces international film studies by considering film language, international audiences, relationships between film and socio-political ideologies, technological diffusion and innovation, and film content. This course will discuss significant film movements throughout Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Africa, both chronologically and comparatively, to explore the ways in which film has evolved as an art form, entertainment medium, and commercial enterprise throughout its history.
    Usually Held
    Tue 2:00pm–3:50pm, Thu 2:00pm–4:50pm