| Spring Term 2026 TOP: TARKOVSKY - 3983 - FIST 320 |
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Catalog Description : This course explores facets of the development of Russian film in its historical and cultural context. Topics may include: “The Golden Age of Soviet Film,” “The Cinema of Tarkovsky,” and “Film as Propaganda.” Taught in English. Russian majors and minors may participate in a two-unit tutorial in which discussions and some course readings will be in Russian. TOPICS FOR Spring 2026: Tarkovsky and Soviet Culture PREREQUISITES: None This class will explore the feature films and theoretical writings of Andrei Tarkovsky against the background of late Soviet culture. Discussion and readings will address the historical context of Tarkovsky's work; his cinematic, poetic, and narrative techniques; and his philosophical aspirations as a Soviet--and therefore global--filmmaker. Students will do frequent short writing assignments. Attributes: Cross-Listed Course, GER Speaking Intensive, 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
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