LTSP 256 The Magic and the Real: Latin American Literature and Film (3)

An exploration of the literary movement known as Magic Realism. The study of both literary works and feature films will allow the student to explore the common elements between cinematography and literature and the mechanism by which the literary work is adapted by filmmakers. The analysis of novels and short stories, as well as films, will focus on their aesthetic value as well as historical, political, and social issues, including the role of women as seen in these works.
Course Frequency: Occasional