2010-2011 Academic Catalog

Dec 26, 2024

2010-2011 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

COMM 291 - Capstone Course

“ReViewing Disney: Race, Class, and Gender in the Animated Feature Film.” This Seminar critically examines the Walt Disney animated feature film through the socially constructed lenses of race, class and gender. In analyzing the social values cultivated and endorsed by Disney and greater American society, this course observe how social perspectives and history have transformed these value over time. The ultimate goal of the course is to address the question, “What is American about Disney?” This course uses theoretical, cultural studies, and industrial historical scholarship to contextualize close readings of select films. Screenings inside and outside of class required. There is an emphasis on reading and writing in this course.

Prerequisites: SCRN 101 or COMM 101 and permission.

Cross Listed: SCRN 291

Instructor: Ms. Larrieux

When Offered: Offered every other year

Faculty: Stephanie F. Larrieux, Ph.D. - Assistant Professor of Screen Studies