Course Description
Background for understanding and appreciating the best of motion picture art in Russia and the Soviet Union. Includes components of critical theory essential for analyzing film. Language of instruction is English; no knowledge of Russian required.
When Taught
Winter
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
1
Title
Cultural and Historical Engagement
Learning Outcome
Engage with landmark Soviet and Russian films in their historical, cultural, and artistic contexts, and demonstrate the ability to analyze how these films reflect and shape cultural values.
Title
Critical Analysis
Learning Outcome
Critically analyze cultural and aesthetic aspects of Russian films orally and in writing.
Title
Reflective and Ethnical Writing
Learning Outcome
Develop the ability to view films thoughtfully by reflecting on the moral, spiritual, and cultural questions raised in Soviet and Russian cinema, and by considering how these works shape ways of seeing and understanding the world.
