A seminar devoted to the theory and development of film in Latin America, with special focus on the importance of the theoretical concepts of Third Cinema. Attention will also be paid to film as a cultural manifestation of historical or political movements, and the relationship between film and literature. The seminar will focus on the film production in specific regions or countries in different years. Films to be examined may include Memorias del subdesarrollo, Fresa y chocolate, La vida es silbar, La historia oficial, Tangos: El exilio de Gardel, Camila among others.
A seminar devoted to the theory and development of film in Latin America, with special focus on the importance of the theoretical concepts of Third Cinema. Attention will also be paid to film as a cultural manifestation of historical or political movements, and the relationship between film and literature. The seminar will focus on the film production in specific regions or countries in different years. Films to be examined may include Memorias del subdesarrollo, Fresa y chocolate, La vida es silbar, La historia oficial, Tangos: El exilio de Gardel, Camila among others.
