Course Listing

PHIL 340 - Philosophy and Film

R, 4 credits. D.

A consideration of philosophical themes in both popular and art films. Some of the cultural issues that will be investigated are feminism, postmodernism, justice and individuality. The course will also consider such traditional philosophical issues as beauty, truth and goodness. There will be a required lab on Monday evenings for film screenings. This course can also count toward the film studies program.

Designations

R: Arts

Frequency

D: Courses not offered on a regular schedule but at the discression of the department, on the basis of student interest and ability to arrange schedules of faculty