Global Film Auteurs
FILM 388
Fall 2026
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01
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| Crosslisting:
WLIT 301, CEAS 388 |
This course offers a comparative introduction to film auteurs from around the world spanning the 1930s to the present day. Our aim is threefold: to analyze the narrative and stylistic tendencies of each filmmaker while considering their work in a historical, cultural, and industrial context; to develop our film analysis skills via formal comparison; and to consider the formation, redefinition, and influence of film canons. Emphasis will be placed on describing and analyzing the functions of narrative and stylistic elements and their effects on the viewing experience. Each week will include two film screenings, a lecture, and a discussion. Screenings will include films directed by Andrea Arnold, Julie Dash, Fernando Eimbcke, Don Hertzfeldt, Krzysztof Kieslowski, Akira Kurosawa, Steve McQueen, Jafar Panahi, Satyajit Ray, Ousmane Sembène, Céline Sciamma, Wong Kar-wai, Agnès Varda, Yim Soon-rye, and Zhang Yimou, among others. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA FILM |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (College of East Asian Studies Minor)(College of East Asian Studies)(Film Studies Minor)(Film Studies) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Readings available on Moodle
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Examinations and Assignments:
Assessment in the class will be based on attendance and participation in discussion, a group presentation, and three papers (the first two 5p., the last one 8-10p.) |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Location: M/W 2:50p-4:10p CEAS Seminar Room
Screening times will be Sundays and Tuesdays at 7:10pm.
Sophomores, minors, and non-majors are welcome.
Students interested in the course should email the professor ASAP during the spring semester.
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| Instructor(s): Dombrowski,Lisa Times: S.T.... 07:10PM-10:00PM; Location: TBA |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 16 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
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