HY315 - Film and History

Examines the representation of history in film. It compares a series of films to major themes and issues in the historiographical literature and raises questions about the ways films should adhere to the academic standards of the historical discipline. Students will read significant debates among cinematic and academic historians and explore the possibilities and limitations of cinematic presentations of history.

1 unit — Rommel-Ruiz

Offerings

Term Block Title Instructor Location Student Limit/Available Updated
Fall 2023 Block 1 Film and History Bryan Rommel-Ruiz Armstrong Hall 348 25 / 20 03/28/2024
Spring 2025 Block 5 Film and History Bryan Rommel-Ruiz TBA 25 / 25 03/28/2024
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