Last modified: 28 Jun 2018 10:27
Why is it, that we love films - but if we enjoyed the book before, the film often leaves us a little disappointed? We will be looking at the different tools that are available to the writer and the film director, and see how they affect us in various ways.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 3 |
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| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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The course will introduce students to the distinguishing characteristics of the New German Cinema (of West Germany) and of DEFA (East Germany) with particular reference to film adaptations of canonic literary works. Students will analyse the narrative devices at the disposal of the writer in comparison t those of the film director. The topics, which concerned the film makers of the 1960s and 1970s, include an early examination of the Holocaust, forging a new identity on both sides of the post-war German division, and the role of the individual in contemporary society.
The course may not be included as part of a graduating curriculum with GM 3596 / GM 4096 / GM 4596.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt: One two-hour written examination (100%).
Resit: One two-hour written examination (100%).
Preparation of literary texts, discussion in class. Students are given the opportunity to articulate arguments in respect of the topics dealt with and thereby measure their own understanding and progress.
All essays and presentations are discussed individually within no more than 3 weeks of submission. All assignments receive CGS marks, which the Course Guide links to specific marking criteria, and written or verbal feedback in the form of tutors' comments is also given. Additional informal feedback on performance and tutorial participation is offered in tutorials. Tutors have office hours at which further feedback may be sought.
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