DRA 117 - Film Topics

3.00 Credit(s)

This course offers an in-depth study of various topics in film studies. The purpose of the course is to provide understanding of how film and society interact through in-depth analysis of one significant area of film study. Topics offered and studied can include genre theory and specific genres (horror, science fiction, social drama, etc.), film adaptation of particular forms of literature, moral themes regularly present in film, documentary film, eras in film, etc. Whatever the area focused on for critical analysis, all film topics will study the relationship between the topic and culture producing the films, will identify operating principles and relevant contextual forces, and will apply these concepts to the study of specific films. 59.4 Lec. Hrs.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 013 or minimum English placement score based on college assessment.