Documentary Film
Overview
Subject area
ENGL
Catalog Number
242
Course Title
Documentary Film
Department(s)
Description
A study of nonfiction film, this course will focus on the power of documentary to record and reveal – but also to distort – aspects of the real world. Classic documentary film, propaganda films, autobiographical films, nonfiction television series, and internet videos are just some of the possible texts that this course will screen and analyze. Students will be guided throughout the semester on writing and research strategies and techniques specific to audiovisual media.
Typically Offered
Offer as needed
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
4
Requisites
008121