Critical Approaches to Independent Cinema

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The history, theory and practice of American independent film, particularly as it has evolved since 1975. The course investigates how the film and filmmaker contribute to a redefinition of American society that incorporates a broader spectrum of voices and experiences. Attention is paid to earlier artists such as Maya Deren and John Cassavettes as well as to such contemporary trends as digital technologies, mixing genres, and the globalization of production and distribution.