London on Film: Representing the City in British and American Films

3 Credits

Introduces students to key aspects of British film history and culture through consideration of the significance and meaning of London within British film culture. Students will compare and contrast the representation of London by different filmmakers in different eras, examine the social, cultural, and industrial factors that influence the making and reception of films, explore the concepts of "space" and "place", and draw links between London's history and its representation in films.