CONCENTRATED 361e - Race In/ to The Movies II: Race Relations on Film: 1950- 1980

Institution:

Western Washington University

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Description:

Prereq: Fair 261e or other film studies class. Explores race relations in America between 1950 and 1980, using film as one source of historical documentation. Films such as Raisin in the Sun, Twelve Angry Men and various "Blaxploitation"movies will demonstrate how movies both reflect and reinforce contemporary perceptions on inter- and intra-race relations. Readings will place the films into a broader historical context.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.wwu.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 650-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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