Angels, Vampires, and Robots: German Film 1895-1945 (C)

3 cr · Undergraduate

Language of Instruction: English. This course introduces students to seminal works of German cinema from the earliest days of the medium to the end of World War II. Particular emphasis of this historical overview lies on movies from the Weimar Republic (1918–1933). In addition to exploring genres like horror, animation, queer cinema, and propaganda films, the course examines the sociopolitical context of the movies and what critics had to say about the potentials and limitations at the time of the new medium. The class aims to enhance students’ critical viewing skills and to familiarize them with the basic terminology of film analysis. May not be held with GRMN 3510 or GRMN 4670 when titled, "Angels, Vampires, and Serial Killers: German Film 1895-1945."