FLM 242 - American Cinema/American Culture

3 credits

An explanation of the visual style, narrative tradition, and cultural implications of American film-making. The course probes the deeper meaning of American movies, the hidden messages of genres, the social and psychological effects of Hollywood film style, and the mutual influences of society and popular culture. [AS NEEDED] Three hours lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG 094+ as a prerequisite, or appropriate placement score. Prereq/Corequisite:
Take MAT 023 as a pre or corequisite, or appropriate placement score.

Note: All developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better in order to progress to the next developmental level or into college-level courses.