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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
Academic unit Arabic Languages and Cultures
Credit points 6
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
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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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