FREN 4331 Paris through Film

4 semester hours

An examination of filmic narratives about/in Paris by representative international directors from the 1950s up to the present day through a study of filmic themes, genres, trends, movements, and gender issues. Students analyze how selected filmic narratives in/about Paris manage to represent “Frenchness” in the global context.

The class discussions are in English; however, students do all small group discussions, written work, and exams in French.

This class is only offered in the LMU Summer Study Abroad Program in Paris, France.

Prerequisite: One (1) FREN 3000-level course other than FREN 3104 , or consent of instructor.

University Core fulfilled: Flag: Engaged Learning.