FILM 3530 - Gangster Film

3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

Analytical survey of the international gangster film genre from silent era to contemporary dominant and independent cinemas. Social, cultural and political contextualization of periods, trends, influences, national and countercinema styles, as well as an examination of key filmmakers. Prer., FILM 1000 and FILM 2000 or department permission.