CL CV 261
Greek and Roman Civilization and Literature in Film
Comparative Arts and Letters
College of Humanities
Course Description
Literature and civilization of ancient Greece and Rome as depicted in modern film with attendant problems of accuracy and historicity.
When Taught
Contact Department
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Understanding Classical Culture
Learning Outcome
Through the exploration of films that present Greek and Roman narratives - historical, mythological, contextual - successful students will develop a greater understanding of adaptations of Classical culture, literature, and politics.
Title
Classical Tradition in Cinema
Learning Outcome
Successful students will learn how Classical texts have persistently formed the basis of narrative adaptation throughout the history of cinema, in overt and sometimes surprisingly covert ways.
Title
Evaluating Cinematic Texts
Learning Outcome
Through assigned readings, screenings and individual viewing of films, classroom discussion and written papers, successful students will develop their ability to evaluate cinematic texts critically and intelligently.
