Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey

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FREN0226A-S25

Dystopian Visions

Dystopian Visions in French and Francophone Culture
Contemporary popular culture is captivated by dystopian imagery. From post-apocalyptic worlds and environmental disaster to totalitarian regimes and the rise of malevolent artificial intelligence, dystopian tropes are ubiquitous in many forms of media. In this course, we will explore representations of dystopia in French and Francophone cultures through the study of a diverse archive of film, fiction, video games and visual art. After a brief overview of utopian thought originating in the Renaissance and the Enlightenment period, students will learn about the historical and sociopolitical context of dystopian representation in French from the end of the nineteenth century to the present. In addition, the course will emphasize the development of written and oral expression in French to facilitate the transition between introductory and advanced-level classes.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
22321
Subject Code:
FREN
Course Number:
0226
Section Identifier:
A

Course

FREN 0226

All Sections in Spring 2025

Spring 2025

FREN0226A-S25 Lecture (Tarjanyi)
FREN0226B-S25 Lecture (Tarjanyi)