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Movies: History & Art (HIST 150)

Credit Course

3 credits

$122 per credit

in-county, fees apply

Is a course that examines the history of motion pictures from their origin as a late 19th century curiosity to their present status as powerful form of mass communication reflecting the impact of many art forms within the Humanities. The course covers the development of film techniques, the evolution of popular movie genres including, but not limited to the western, horror, science fiction/fantasy, and animated features. Students explore film's unique capacity to record and reshape history, and its power to reflect and form public attitudes and social values. Included are screenings of important films representing international film production. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions. Same As: MCOM 150 and CMNS 150 . Credit can be earned for one course only.

Corequisite(s): ACLT 053 or (ESOL 052 and ESOL 054.
General Education: Arts and Humanities (A).