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Galya Diment
RUSS 423
Seattle Campus
Early Russian, Soviet, and post-Soviet film. Featured filmmakers include Sergei Eisenstein, Dziga Vertov, Vsevold Pudovkin, and others. Focuses on critical materials pertaining to filmmaking and film theory.
Class description
The course explores early Russian and Soviet Film, from Evgenii Bauer to Sergei Eisenstein, Vsevolod Pudovkin, and Dziga Vertov. It also features the "Soviet Hollywood" of the late 1930s. All films carry English subtitles and readings will include works written by the directors themselves.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Lectures, discussions; film previews.
Recommended preparation
No pre-requisites. Just open minds and discerning eyes :)
Class assignments and grading
Viewing, reading, discussing. One report; one 10 pp paper at the end.
Class Participation (40%), Report (20%), and a final 10-page paper (40%).
