COM 3341 - Gender and Film

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Villanova University

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Description: This course attends to the role of cinematic images in the cultural production of gender in contemporary societies. Students analyze images of gender in a variety of films, as well as the work of film makers who have been marginalized because of gender. This analysis of specific films is grounded in course readings taken from primary sources in feminist film theory and criticism, gender theory and media studies. Students will have the opportunity to propose and explore analytic, creative, and/or theoretical projects within the purview of the course theme. Outside viewing required. (Pre-requisites will be waived for Women's Studies concentrators or minors). 3.00credit(s) Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Undergraduate Prerequisites: COM 1300 and COM 2200 or COM 2240 or COM 2280 or COM 2300 or COM 2400 or COM 2440

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.villanova.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 519-4500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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