COMS 329 - “Reality” TV and Film

Institution:

Sonoma State University

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Description:

How is “reality” mediated in film and television? In this course students examinethe truthfulness, ethics, and sociopolitical implications of such forms and genres as the documentary, neorealism, Dogme 95, tabloid talk shows, voyeurism/ confession shows, crime shows, freak shows, and contest/game shows. Junior standing required.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sonoma.edu

Phone Number:

(707) 664-2880

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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