HIST 406 - Motion Picture Censorship

Semester Offered: Second Semester
Credits (Range): 4 hours
Attribute: 4SS
For a century American movies have operated within controversial systems that define the boundaries of cinematic expression. Whether censored by state and municipal governments, contained within Hollywood's Production Code Administration, or rated by today's industry ratings agency, movie makers maneuvered at the boundaries of cultural expression and economic ambition. We consider new theoretical approaches to censorship, then explores film makers? responses, and the ambiguous and shifting results. Several landmark films are screened. The course is letter-grading only; no P/NP option.
Enrollment Limit: 12
Instructor: C. Koppes
Consent of the Instructor Required? Yes

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