JAPN 310: Japanese Cinema
Description of the course:
An introductory scrutiny of major Japanese directors and genres with attention to film composition, choices of subject and character, ideas of the cinematic, and the relationship of cinema to Japanese culture and society. Students will analyze and critique films. Discussion of films will deal with the production of their historical, social, and cultural context, as well as issues dealing with popular culture and equity. Taught in English. (Credit/ No Credit Available) (Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing)
Units: 4
Which MLO did this course meet: MLO 4
Course Reflection Narrative:
I took this course spring semester of 2014 with Professor Chikaomi Takahashi. This course fulfilled MLO 4: Secondary Cultural Knowledge. This course was about Japanese cinema since the beginning of cinematic history to current day movies and anime. For each film that we saw in class, we would have a weekly writing assignment that was a film review and critical analysis (see attachment chiguilar-tampopo-japn310.docx). For the final paper, we were assigned to compare 3 movies that we had watched in the course and analyze the similarities and differences (See attachment chiguilar_final_essay_jpan_310.docx). I decided to highlight 3 movies that all had the underlying theme of family as well as compare and contrast some of the cinematic approaches and aspects of the film.
It is important to study about another culture to be aware of other people and cultures around the world. Before starting this course I did not know much about Japanese culture. This class helped me broaden my understanding by using the power of film to convey all different aspects of their culture ranging from food, social construct, and family. I knew that the Japanese culture was vastly different from the typical American culture but by seeing a different film every week showcasing the different cultural aspects of Japan, it was clear that not everything is what is portrayed by American media and it goes beyond the stereotypes that we are exposed to.
Some of the aspects that I hope to take with me is the appreciation of the cultural norms and traditions that are practiced in Japan. These cultural norms differ greatly from those that we practice here in the United States. I would also like to develop a more critical thinking and awareness for not just Japan but for other countries.
Additional Supplements:
An introductory scrutiny of major Japanese directors and genres with attention to film composition, choices of subject and character, ideas of the cinematic, and the relationship of cinema to Japanese culture and society. Students will analyze and critique films. Discussion of films will deal with the production of their historical, social, and cultural context, as well as issues dealing with popular culture and equity. Taught in English. (Credit/ No Credit Available) (Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing)
Units: 4
Which MLO did this course meet: MLO 4
Course Reflection Narrative:
I took this course spring semester of 2014 with Professor Chikaomi Takahashi. This course fulfilled MLO 4: Secondary Cultural Knowledge. This course was about Japanese cinema since the beginning of cinematic history to current day movies and anime. For each film that we saw in class, we would have a weekly writing assignment that was a film review and critical analysis (see attachment chiguilar-tampopo-japn310.docx). For the final paper, we were assigned to compare 3 movies that we had watched in the course and analyze the similarities and differences (See attachment chiguilar_final_essay_jpan_310.docx). I decided to highlight 3 movies that all had the underlying theme of family as well as compare and contrast some of the cinematic approaches and aspects of the film.
It is important to study about another culture to be aware of other people and cultures around the world. Before starting this course I did not know much about Japanese culture. This class helped me broaden my understanding by using the power of film to convey all different aspects of their culture ranging from food, social construct, and family. I knew that the Japanese culture was vastly different from the typical American culture but by seeing a different film every week showcasing the different cultural aspects of Japan, it was clear that not everything is what is portrayed by American media and it goes beyond the stereotypes that we are exposed to.
Some of the aspects that I hope to take with me is the appreciation of the cultural norms and traditions that are practiced in Japan. These cultural norms differ greatly from those that we practice here in the United States. I would also like to develop a more critical thinking and awareness for not just Japan but for other countries.
Additional Supplements:
chiguilar-tampopo-japn310.docx | |
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chiguilar_final_essay_japn_310.docx | |
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