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AMST1009A-W14

Asian Americans and the Cinema

Asian Americans and the Cinema
In this course we will examine Asian American cinematic representations, from classic Hollywood to contemporary independent Asian American films. We will explore how Asian Americans have been depicted in mainstream films as well as how Asian Americans are framing themselves through independent films. We will approach the topic both chronologically and thematically as well as examine a number of cinematic genres and film forms, with films ranging from the Charlie Chan detective series (1920s-40s) to the musical Flower Drum Song (1961), the experimental Chan Is Missing (1982), and the documentary Seeking Asian Female (2013). Key issues will include: stereotypes of Asian Americans in classic Hollywood cinema; oppositional practices of Asian American independent films; intersections of race, class, gender, and sexuality; and documenting selves and history through documentaries.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
11349
Subject Code:
AMST
Course Number:
1009
Section Identifier:
A

Course

AMST 1009

All Sections in Winter 2014

Winter 2014

AMST1009A-W14 Lecture (Hwang)