GERM252 - Early German Cinema 1918-1933

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Early German Cinema 1918-1933
GERM252 FA

Crosslistings: FILM352

This course is an investigation of the artistically ground-breaking silent and sound films of the Weimar era. Particular attention will be paid to the works of Fritz Lang, G.W. Pabst, and Murnau, directors whose vision still fascinates us today. The course will include readings in film theory and criticism (Kracauer, Benjamin, Arnheim, Brecht), and in the literature and cultural history of the period.

MAJOR READINGS

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

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Mid-term exam, a film journal, and one take-home final exam.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Participants in the course should have a general interest in German history and culture. Attendance required. Course fee: $40.00.

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: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE Grading Mode: Student Option

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Isenberg,Noah W.

Times: ..T.T.. 01:10PM-04:00PM; Location: FISK414

Reserved Seats: (Total Limit: 60)

SR. major: Jr. major:

SR. non-major: 15 Jr. non-major: 15 SO: 15 FR: 15

Special Attributes:

Curricular Renewal: Focused Inquiry Course

Last Updated on MAR-24-2000