ARBC141 CM - Arabic Cinema: Modern Arab Identity Between Reality and Fiction

This course examines modern Arab identity in Arabic cinema from the 1960s up until today, and it challenges Western preconceived notions about Arab cultures and societies by presenting the ethnically, linguistically, and socially-diverse narratives that fall within the Arab-World category of films. It explores common themes and issues in Arabic cinema, and it introduces students to famous filmmakers, popular film genres and trends, and famous women directors in North Africa and the Middle East.

Offered: Every year

Credit: 1

Course Number: ARBC141 CM