Film History II (1945-Present)

Catalog description

This international-based course addresses the history of cinema technologies, movements, and genres from World War II to the present day. In addition to the Classical Hollywood studio system, Film History II covers major international film movements surrounding and following World War II and the industrial changes in film history that are technologically determined, economically motivated, and socio-politically influenced. This course sets the stage for the further study of contemporary cinema in relation to earlier film histories and advanced Film Studies courses, and is not limited to a Western-centric approach. Prerequisite(s): A ARH 260.