Modern Languages and Cultures
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module.
Title HOLLYWOOD AND EUROPE
Code FILM103
Coordinator Dr AR Loxham
Modern Languages and Cultures
Abigail.Loxham@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2021-22 Level 4 FHEQ First Semester 15

Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements):
 

Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite:
 

Co-requisite modules:
 

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 11

 11

         22
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 106
TOTAL HOURS 128

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Exam There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 1  2 hours    50       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 1  1500 words    50       

Aims

To introduce students to the history of European and Hollywood cinema; To foster an understanding of key film texts within their social, historical and industrial contexts; To develop skills of close analysis of film texts; To understand the complex and shifting interrelationships between American and European cinema.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Show a knowledge of the history of European and Hollywood cinema, and in particular, the relationship between the two industries

(LO2) Demonstrate an understanding of key film tests within their social, historical and industrial contexts

(LO3) Apply theoretical approaches or critical secondary literature to the analysis of a film

(LO4) Successfully apply a close reading to films across a range of different national and industrial contexts

(S1) Improving own learning/performance - Self-awareness/self-analysis

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills)

(S3) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis

(S4) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness

(S5) Personal attributes and qualities - independence

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: The aim of the lectures is to introduce students to the history of European and Hollywood film
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 2 - Seminar
Description: The aim of the seminars is to encourage students to carry out close readings of films, and consolidate the material taught in the lectures.
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Syllabus
 

Topics covered during the module may include : Encounters bet ween Hollywood and Europe; German Expressionism: Screening / case study: Caligari; Film Noir: Screening / case study: Double Indemnity; The European Art Film: Screening / case study: The Seventh Seal; New Hollywood: Screening / case study: Bonnie and Clyde; The Italian gangster in Hollywood: Screening / case study: Mean Streets; Spaghetti Westerns: Screening / case study: Fistful of Dollars; United States and the European Imaginary: Screening / case study: Paris Texas; European emigrés in Hollywood: Screening / case study: All That Heaven Allows; Rethinking the remake: Screening / case study: Fear Eats the Soul.

Recommended Texts
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