International Law, War, and Film

Harvard HLS

Prerequisite: None Exam Type: No Exam This reading group will explore the intersection of international law, the conduct of war, and cinema. Through the lens of film, students will examine the legal frameworks governing armed conflict, the ethical dilemmas faced in war, and the depiction of international law in popular culture. We will analyze cinematic portrayals of key issues in the legal regulation of war, including: targeting (and the use of new technologies); detention and prisoners…