SPAN 679 - Resurrecting Mexico's Dead

Institution:

University of Delaware

Subject:

Spanish

Description:

Death and resurrection have been major concerns throughout the history of Mexican culture, and these themes are as prevalent in Mexico today as ever before. In a range of manifestations from festive Day of the Dead celebrations to the grim reality of a violent drug war, many in Mexico contemplate the concept of death on a regular basis. Explore how authors, filmmakers, artists, musicians (Los Tucanes de Tijuana, Brujeria) and other cultural producers have brought the topic of death to life in their works.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.udel.edu/

Phone Number:

(302) 831-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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