CHI 411 — Modern Chinese Film
This course will introduce representative Chinese films during 20th century. This course will examine the social and cultural impact of films from China, Hong Kong and Taiwan over six basic periods: before the 1930s, 1930s- 40s, 1949-1966, 1966-1976, 1976-90s, 21tst century. Students will develop academic competence in critical thinking and literary appreciation from historical and cultural perspectives. Readings, written work and oral reports will be in Chinese.