FILM 2253 Representing the Holocaust

This course examines representations of the Holocaust from different national contexts around the world. Students will engage with a wide range of representational sources, including cinematic, literary, and memorialization efforts. Class time will also introduce historical debates around the Holocaust. There will be a field excursion to Boston's local Holocaust monument.

Course overview

Department: Film
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Periodically in the Fall

Catalog details

Satisfies core: Cultural Diversity,Arts

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Requirements fulfilled

University Core: Arts (All undergraduates)
University Core: Cultural Diversity (All undergraduates)

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Instructors

Nicholas Block
Spring 2027

Sections

Section 01
Spring 2027 · Nicholas Block · Stokes Hall 215N TuTh 10:30AM-11:45AM · Offered