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ARBC2210: Screening the Arab World
This unit focuses on the history of cinema in the Arab world. The chefs-oeuvre of Arab cinema, the contemporary independent productions, and the poetic of their authors are studied in relation to the cultural, social and political history of the Arab world.
| Code | ARBC2210 |
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| Academic unit | Arabic Languages and Cultures |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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12 credit points at 1000 level in Arabic Languages and Culture or 12 credit points at 1000 level in Film Studies |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Have developed a general knowledge of the history of cinema in the Arab World
- LO2. Understand the link between aesthetics and politics with specific reference to Arab cinema
- LO3. Know the Masterpieces of Arab cinema
- LO4. Know how to articulate a solid analysis of Arab films
- LO5. Know the major works in the field of Arab cinema studies
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