Paris on Screen: Tradition and Modernity
FRE4498.01
Course Description
Summary
In this intermediate-low level course, we will study the representation of the city of Paris on film in order to examine modernity使s challenges to tradition. In particular, we will focus on the question of how urban communities and city dwellers react to increasing disconnectedness, anonymity, and solitude. We will also examine contemporary urban planning and the repercussions of its creation of a de facto racial and economic segregation. Films will include Playtime, La Haine, Chacun cherche son chat, Grand Paris, and Paris, je t使aime. Class discussions, activities, written assignments, and oral presentations will allow students to improve their linguistic proficiency and analytical skills. Conducted in French. Intermediate鈥恖ow level.Prerequisites
Appropriate level of previous study required. Entering students will be placed based on their record of previous study of French. Other students should consult Noelle Rouxel-Cubberly (nrouxel-cubberly@bennington.edu) for registration.
Please contact the faculty member : sshapiro@bennington.edu
Corequisites
Attendance at Cultural Studies and Languages Series. Participation (twice per term) in French Table.