FLM 201 - Film History I:1895-1945

Institution:

Muhlenberg College

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Description:

An exploration of the international history of film from its invention through the silent era, the rise of Hollywood, and the development of sound to the end of World War II. The course focuses on major directors, technological developments, and the surrounding social, cultural, and commercial contexts from which film emerged. Screenings will include works from Hollywood, international cinema, documentary, and the avantgarde. In addition to the historical survey, the course provides an introduction to the language, concepts, and elements of film. It also provides an introduction to methods of analyzing films, such as formal and structural approaches, and writing about films. Attendance at weekly screenings is required.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.muhlenberg.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 664-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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