Latin American Studies 201fa - Colloquium: Topics in Latin American and Latino/a/x Studies-Feminist Activism and Gendered Agency in Recent Latin American Cinema

Over the past decade, Latin America has experienced a surge in political activism around issues of gender and sexuality. These mobilizations have led to significant cultural and legislative changes across many countries in the region. During the same period, Latin American film production, especially by women and queer filmmakers, has expanded and become increasingly diverse. These developments have transformed the portrayal of gendered behaviors and perspectives in the region’s cinema. This course examines the connections between the evolving political roles of feminized populations in Latin America and their portrayal in film. Enrollment limited to 20.