WS 312A - Women and Film: The Politics of Representation

Institution:

Merrimack College

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Description:

This course studies filmic representations of women and gender in US and international cinema, documentaries and independent film and the role of feminist film directors and producers. We will study feminist film analysis, analyze the different film genres like horror films where a strong woman usually defeats the monster. We will contrast US and International filmic representations of women. Issues to be addressed include how representations of women change historically and reflect shifting attitudes about gender, race, ethnicity, class, nation and sex. We will also explore audience responses to films and some techniques of filmmaking. Additionally, students will produce short videos as a means to explore how to create a feminist film and experience what it is like on the other side of the camera. Three hours a week.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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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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