WLPO.3030 Survey of Brazilian Cinema

Id: 039896 Credits: 3-3

Description

An introduction to Brazilian cinema and society, focusing on the Cinema Novo (New Cinema) of the 1960s and 1970s as well as more contemporary films influenced by the ideals of this movement. Films will be analyzed via reference to historical and theoretical texts. Topics to be addressed include Brazilian history as reflected in film and the formation of a distinct Brazilian aesthetic sensibility. Taught in English.

Prerequisites

Pre-Req: ENGL 1020 College Writing II.

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