SPNE 314 - Spanish Cinema

Institution:

Hobart William Smith Colleges

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Description:

In this course students examine the production of the major Spanish filmmakers from Bu uel to Almodóvar. Through screenings of films, class discussions, and readings on film theory and film history, students trace the evolution of Spanish cinema through Franco's military dictatorship and under the new democratic system. Themes of exile and censorship, gender and sexuality, religion and sin, among others, are explored in the context of Spanish society and in relation to other artistic manifestations of Spanish culture. Students taking this course will be required to view a number of films outside of class. Prerequisite: Open to all; recommended for sophomores and above. (Liéban a, offered alternate years

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HWS.EDU

Phone Number:

(315) 781-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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