SPA 227 - Intermediate Spanish and Latin American Film3 credit hours - Three hours lecture weekly; one term
Dissect and debate contemporary issues presented in Spanish and Latin American films such as: gender roles, immigration, political influence, censorship, socioeconomic ramifications, and globalization. Examine Hispanic values, beliefs, and perceptions through the lens of cinema. This course will be conducted entirely in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 212 or four years of high school Spanish or permission of the department chair.
Note: This course is not for students who are already proficient in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish except by permission of the Academic Chair.
Location(s) Typically Offered: Arnold Main Campus (MC) and Online (OL)
Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall and spring
Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify and synthesize in Spanish core arguments in Spanish and Latin American films.
- Discuss in Spanish contemporary social issues.
- Identify values, beliefs, and perceptions associated with Hispanic cultures.
- Examine the sociocultural role of cinema in Hispanic cultures.
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