HIST 207 - Hollywood and (US) History

CR: 3
This course examines Hollywood films as historical documents that reflect and sometimes reproduce the social and cultural politics of the period in which they are made. The intent of this course is to engage in a dialogue between the past and the present and to consider how popular culture informs historical understanding. Students will explore how studio films influence and construct our collective historical memories across various time periods, events and issues. The course will focus on a particular historical theme or concept in film. Offered alternate years. III.W