CINEMA AND THE AMERICAN EXPERIENCE (IN-PERSON)

This course studies the American Experience of seeking opportunity and a better life, and the outcome of those efforts as described in film. The nine films are Citizen Kane, A Place in the Sun, The Great Gatsby, The Grapes of Wrath, Got Out, Public Enemy, Hester Street, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, and Nothing But a Man. The content of the course will include their historical settings and a presentation about the film, including applicable dramatic and film production issues. Students will view the films in advance of class, and there will be ample time allowed for class discussion of each film.

This course is offered with the generous support of the Association for Continuing Education.