Defying repeated prophecies of the “death of cinema,” 21st century filmmaking has shown extraordinary vitality across the globe. In this course, we will explore some of the remarkable cinema produced since the turn of the millennium, from both long-prominent filmmaking nations, such as the United States, Japan, and France, and cinematic domains new to international audiences, such as Romania, Taiwan, and Greece. We will study the complex interplay between aesthetic, ideological, economic, and technological concerns in a range of recent films, exploring how contemporary filmmakers combine traditional cinematic forms and emerging new media technologies, and the ways they are broadening and transforming the possibilities of filmmaking. We will aim to deepen both our appreciation and our understanding of some of the most compelling films made in recent decades, and of the cinematic medium itself.

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 30

Prerequisites: None.

Instructor: Shetley

Distribution Requirements: ARS - Visual Arts, Music, Theater, Film and Video

Typical Periods Offered: Every other year

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Not Offered

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