CJS 4180 - Crime in Film

Institution:

University of Detroit Mercy

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

Does art imitate life or does life imitate art? Do the tangible magnifications of true crime inspire writers of fiction to pen onscreen villains and Hollywood capers or are the actions and modus operandi of true criminals inspired by or at least framed by exploits of their celluloid counterparts? This course will seek to answer these questions and more. This course will also examine the influence that crime based film has on both society and the individual. This course will also delve into the criminological theories that explain the actions of the onscreen criminals and the actions real world criminals as well.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udmercy.edu

Phone Number:

(313) 993-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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