​​Available Classes

Prerequisites

Prerequisite required: English 10F or Foundations in English 

Description

This course considers cinema as a source of information – or misinformation – about the past, and as a
springboard for critical reflection about diverse interpretations of history. Students will engage in a
variety of learning strategies in this course as they

• Study films from various genres and periods
• Explore the historical and social context in which the films were created
• Deconstruct the techniques used to convey the filmmakers’ messages
• Pose questions about the influence of cinema on their understanding of the past
• Conduct inquiry into major themes in world history
• Develop critical media literacy
• Engage in historical thinking

The course deals with historical developments and themes that have influenced world history since the beginning of the 20th century, including:

• Ideology and revolution
• Power and propaganda
• Imperialism and decolonization
• Social transformation
• War and peace
• Oppression and resistance
• Environmental impact
• Technological change