ENG 4631 - Cinema Dirctor: Variable Topics

3(2 + 2)

Prerequisite: ENG 2860 or Permission of instructor

In this course, students will examine the artistic development of a major director of cinema, including historical influences that have contributed to the director’s shaping of screen phenomena. Coursework will include the study of important films in the careers of such directors as Alfred Hitchcock, Mira Nair, or Pedro de Almodóvar. Some films will be screened during laboratory hours. Readings will include studies of contexts.This course may be repeated under different topics.