IT 255A - Italian- Americans and Film

Institution:

Merrimack College

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Description:

From the premise that the visual image is a most powerful tool in the creation and structuring of collective systems of values, this course focuses on the cinematic representations of Italian-Americans in the works of major American and Italian- American directors from the silent era to the present. In addition, it provides a historical account of the Italian-American experience of male and female immigrants. Lectures given in English. May be counted in the Italian minor. No prerequisite. Satisfies the Humanities distribution requirement. Three hours a week, plus screenings.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.merrimack.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 837-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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