0505-467 - American Film Since the 1960's

Institution:

Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

This course examines the history and aesthetics of the motion picture industry in the U.S. since the late 1960s, when the classical studio period ended. Emphasis will be placed on the analysis of both the work of major American filmmakers and the evolution of major American film genres. Among the filmmakers to be studied are Altman, Coen, Scorsese, Allen, Coppola, Seidelman, Lee, Tarantino, and Lynch. The course will consider the evolution of the traditional Hollywood genres, the development of new genres, the rise of the blockbuster, the rise of the independents, and the aesthetic changes that have occurred since the 1970's. Part of the American artistic experience concentration; the art history concentration and minor; and the theatre arts minor. It may also be taken as an elective. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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