Korean Society Through Cinema

(same as FILMS_VS 3895). Korean Society Through Cinema aims not only to provide students with an opportunity to analyze Korean films as visual art, but also to examine how the overall image of Korean society is projected through cinema. Each week, students will watch a new film and discuss the themes and ideas that are portrayed. Additional in-class materials will be provided so that students can understand the films and their contexts. Graded on A-F basis only. Prerequisites: sophomore standing. Recommended: FILMS_VS 1800.