CNTP 424 - African American Women in Film

Institution:

Ramapo College of New Jersey

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Description:

From mammies to matriarchs -- the image of the African American women in film from 1900 to the present. The representation of African American women in American film will be examined historically and with reference to the relationship between existing feminist theory and issues of race and class. The goal of the course is to permit students to assess critically the nature of media and "entertainment" imagery in relation to sexual, racial and class oppression. This course has a lab component. Satisfies CA upper level core requirement. Lab Fee. 0.000 TO 4.000 Credit Hours 0.000 TO 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Contemporary Arts College Contemporary Arts Department Course Attributes: MN-AFR AMR STD-Hum & Culture, CA-School Core-400 Level

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.ramapo.edu

Phone Number:

(201) 684-7500 ext 7500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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