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GERM252

The Early German Cinema 1918-1933
GERM252 SP

Crosslistings: FILM352

Next Offered in 9899 SP

An investigation of major silent and sound films of the Weimar era, with particular attention to the early careers of Fritz Lang, G. W. Pabst, and Murnau. The course will include extensive readings in film theory and criticism (Kracauer, Benjamin, Arnheim, Brecht) and in the literature (Brecht, Doeblin) of the period.

MAJOR READINGS

Films by Fritz Lang, F.W. Murnau, G.W.
Pabst, W. Ruttmann, L. Riefenstahl, S. Dudow, and others.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

One oral presentation, two short essays (3-5 pp.) and 1 research paper (10-12 pp.).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Participants in the course should have a general interest in German history and culture and be prepared to handle substantial reading assignments. Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-03-1998




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