AFRO 381
Black Women and Film

Credit: 3 hours.


An examination of the contribution of Black women film directors to cinema. The study of documentary, experimental, animated, fictional shorts, and feature films will reveal their unique approach to constructions of the intersection of race and gender. Starting from the 1920's up to the present, the course considers themes, aesthetics, historical contexts, and ideological discourses presented in the films. Same as CINE 381. Prerequisite: College level film course or consent of instructor.