Topics in Black and African Diaspora Cinemas

3 credits · Undergraduate

Calendar: This course examines moving images produced by Black filmmakers from Africa and/or the African Diaspora. It will analyze artistic forms and address how these moving images speak to and about cultures and societies. The specific topic to be studied will be assigned at the end of the preceding academic year and then posted in the University's timetable. Description for Sample Syllabus: This course focuses on three important sites of African film production: the post-independence cinema of Senegal, the popular cinema of Nigeria (a.k.a. Nollywood), and the thriving documentary industry across sub- Saharan Africa. It examines such topics as colonialism and postcolonialism; the significance of languages (French, English, Igbo, etc.) in filmmaking; modes of production, distribution, and exhibition; economic issues and class; and representations of gender and sexuality. CALENDAR NOTES: Calendar Description: This course examines moving images produced by Black filmmakers from Africa and/or the African Diaspora. It will analyze artistic forms and address how these moving images speak to and about cultures and societies. The specific topic to be studied will be assigned at the end of the preceding academic year and then posted in the University's timetable. COREQUISITES: None PREREQUISITES: None. One previous course in Black and African Diaspora Studies or Film/Cinema and Media Studies recommended but not required. CROSSLISTED: None RESTRICTIONS: None EXCLUSIONS: None FORMATS: Lecture | Discussion | Online Delivery