CONTEMPORARY WORLD CINEMA

Course Description

This course offers a partial survey of key developments in cinema culture over the past ten years. Rather than attempting to examine world cinema in its entirety, the focus will be limited to their production in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The films under consideration might be regarded as outstanding or ground-breaking examples of film art, but they can also be understood as products of specific cultures. The films are therefore being studied in their cultural and historical contexts. Although this course progresses on a largely country-by-country basis, it also emphasises the globalised nature of contemporary cinema and the transnational arrangements that underpin many films produced around the world.

CONTEMPORARY WORLD CINEMA

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Nataša Durovicová and Kathleen E. Newman (eds.), World Cinemas, Transnational Perspectives. Routledge, 2010.
2. 02 Rob Stone (ed), The Routledge Companion to World Cinema. Routledge, 2018.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Analyze (4) how contemporary world cinema from diverse regions explores themes of sustainable development, including environmental concerns, social inequality, and economic justice. SOLO 4
2. L02 Explain (4) the ways in which filmmakers use cinematic techniques (mise-en-scène, cinematography, editing, etc.) to convey messages related to sustainability challenges and potential solutions. SOLO 4
3. L03 Evaluate (5) the intersection of sustainable development with other disciplines as reflected in selected films, developing an interdisciplinary understanding of complex global issues. SOLO 5
4. L04 Synthesize (5) insights gained from course material to propose creative strategies for how film can raise awareness, promote dialogue, and inspire action towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. P01 1. Gained the necessary skills to learn and adopt a spirit of continuous learning in their professional life.
2. P02 2. Developed various skills by working independently via specific learned techniques that both triggered individual efforts and encouraged collaborative work.
3. P03 3. Acquired the essential knowledge and skills to apply key theories, models and applications within the global business context.
4. P04 4. Adopted and applied critical and strategic thinking together with research capabilities for efficient and effective business decisions.
5. P05 5. Utilized and managed ethically information technologies required for contemporary business world.
6. P06 6. Been equipped with conceptual and analytical skills necessary for team work within global organizations.
7. P07 7. Displayed their learnt communication skills that are required to effectively interact in a cross cultural and diverse international work environment.
8. P08 8. Applied their acquired knowledge within the changing work environment.
9. P09 9. Developed an understanding of ethical perspectives and social responsibilities to be used at work and in personal life.

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