Apr 23, 2024  
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ITA 337 - Contemporary Italy Through Film

Three Credits
Not Offered 2016-2017

For students who continue to study Italian after ITA 232 , or ITA 252  or who are placed beyond the Intermediate Level. This class provides an understanding of contemporary Italian society and culture by viewing, reflecting on, and discussing Italian films of the last sixty years. The class will analyze 8 films, learning their context and through them the key events that have shaped the national identity of Italy. Students will read a selection of essays on Italian cinema and complete writing assignments and oral presentations.

Prerequisite(s): ITA 232 ,   or placement.
This course counts towards the minor in Italian Studies.