INDS 3720 - Great Russian Cinema: A Historical View

3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

A study of the history of post-World War II Russian and Soviet cinema through works of great directors: Tarkovsky, Chukhrai, Paradjanov, Iosseliani, Abuladze, Zvyagintsev, and others; from 1950s through present. Each 3-hour 20 min session includes a lecture by professor and/or student, a complete feature film, and a discussion. The main goal of the course is to help students discover themselves and express their thoughts and feelings inspired by the great cinematic art. A valuable elective for all Arts and Sciences majors. Approved for LAS Global Awareness requirement.