JINS 387 - Reel Africa: (De)constructing History in Film

This course examines the history and culture of Africa through the perspective of filmmakers. Using cinematography (the art and science of film photography) we trace the portrayals of major epochs and historical moments in Africa, from the 19th century to present, with emphasis on the communication process between the filmmaker and his or her audience. In particular, we pay special attention to the filmmakers’ interpretations of issues such as race, class, gender, ethnicity, and resistance and how they intersect with African history and culture.

Prerequisite: Junior status.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Junior Interdisciplinary Writing-Enhanced Seminar Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** This is a writing-enhanced course.