Spring 2026 East Asian BC2234 section 001

Chinese Contemporary Culture & Society T

Chinese Contemporary Film

Call Number 00891
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.

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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