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THE 170 - Introduction To Film Art

Department: Theatre

Description: Artistic and social aspects of the cinema as a contemporary art form. Screening and discussion of selected films.

Credit Hours: 3

IAI Gen Ed Code: IAI F2 908 Film Appreciation

Current Offerings

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Fall 2025

  • 001 - Lecture (In Person): M W F 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM , David Prete 3.00 hour(s)

Dates: 08/18/2025 - 12/06/2025

Location: Moulton Hall 208 (MLT 208)

Instructor: David Prete

Book Title
ISBN
Author
Edition
Publisher
MSRP
Notes
Looking at Movies: An Introduction to Film (Required)
ISBN9781324087991
AuthorDave Monahan
Edition8th
PublisherW. W. Norton
MSRP $47.95

Spring 2026

  • 001 - Lecture (In Person): M W F 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM , Greg Beam 3.00 hour(s)

Dates: 01/12/2026 - 05/02/2026

Location: Schroeder Hall 238 (SCH 238)

Instructor: Greg Beam

Textbooks have not been finalized for section.