Italian Studies 369hc - Seminar: Topics in Transnational Encounters-Remapping the Histories of German and Italian cinemas from a Transnational Perspective

Offered as GER 369hc and ITL 369hc. The transnational perspective allows us to rewrite the vertical histories of national cinemas across borders and times by looking at those histories as enmeshed within the transversal network of the films’ international reception and adaptation. In which ways do contemporary Chinese or Iranian neorealist-inspired films make us revisit neorealism? How can cinema open a window on a country’s history while appealing to international audiences? The course will focus on key historical moments such as the post-WWII reconstruction, representations of the Holocaust, urban transformations, the "Years of Lead" / "German Autumn," immigration, and the climate crisis. Students must have advanced knowledge of a language other than English. Cannot be taken S/U. Juniors and Seniors only. Enrollment limited to 12. Instructor permission required.

[CE] JR/SR only