Call Number | 00891 |
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Day & Time Location |
MW 1:10pm-2:25pm To be announced |
Points | 3 |
Grading Mode | Standard |
Approvals Required | None |
Instructor | Danwei Li |
Type | LECTURE |
Course Description | This course will use films to introduce Chinese contemporary history, culture, and values. As the first part of this course, it focuses primarily on films produced in mainland China. Students will explore a selection of films from the early 1930s to the present, spanning various genres and themes, including internationally renowned Chinese films, independent productions, and mainstream popular works, while also reflecting diverse customs and dialects. Through this exploration, students will develop a foundational understanding of China’s contemporary history, society, and its rich and diverse cultural traditions and values. Each film will be analyzed within its historical context, considering both its aesthetic form and social content. Class meetings incorporate lectures, film screenings, discussions, and student presentations. |
Web Site | Vergil |
Department | Asian and Middle East @Barnard |
Enrollment | 0 students (25 max) as of 9:05PM Wednesday, October 8, 2025 |
Subject | East Asian |
Number | BC2234 |
Section | 001 |
Division | Barnard College |
Section key | 20261EAAS2234X001 |