Spring 2026 Film UN3933 section 001

Genre: Blockbuster Cinema

Call Number 16145
Day & Time
Location
M 10:00am-1:50pm
To be announced
Points 3
Grading Mode Standard
Approvals Required None
Instructor Ronald Gregg
Type SEMINAR
Method of Instruction In-Person
Course Description

This course examines how globalization and the global success of American blockbuster films have affected Hollywood film production, stardom, distribution, and exhibition. The course will analyze blockbuster aesthetics, including aspects of special effects, 3-D, VR, IMAX, sound, narration, genre, editing, and AI. The course will also explore the effects of new digital technologies on Hollywood and the cross-pollination among Hollywood, art house, and other national cinemas. Finally, the course will examine the effects of 9/11, the “war on terrorism,” climate change, Covid, AI, and other global concerns on marketing, aesthetics, distribution, franchise, and other aspects of this cinema.

Web Site Vergil
Department Film
Enrollment 15 students (15 max) as of 11:06AM Friday, November 28, 2025
Status Full
Subject Film
Number UN3933
Section 001
Division Interfaculty
Open To Columbia College, Engineering:Undergraduate, General Studies, Professional Studies
Section key 20261FILM3933W001