Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2013-2014
ASIA 315 - TAIWAN'S FILMS SINCE 1980
Long Title: TAIWAN'S FILMS SINCE 1980: ART, CULTURE, SOCIETY AND LANGUAGE
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): (CHIN 302 OR CHIN 312) or permission of instructor
Description: This course discusses influential Taiwanese films since 1980 as pieces of artwork and as reflections of Taiwan's cultural, social, economic, and political changes in the past three decades. Language assignments are designed to help students develop proficiency in reading authentic materials, writing essays, and giving reports. Current collaborations among Taiwan, China, and Hong Kong in film production also included. Cross-list: CHIN 315. Placement Test Recommended.