Global Cultures in Cinema

Examine the cultural dimensions and spirituality of movies from around the world. We will analyze films by interpreting the cinematic elements of character, dialogue, gender, image, mise en scène, lighting and music, while identifying cultural perceptions and the significance of each represented way of life. Group discussion will follow each film. Films to be shown include: Perfect Days (Germany and Japan) - Whale Rider (New Zealand) - Kundun (USA and Tibet) and Rivers and Tides (Scotland)

Academic Units

Section Number

243SNR321

Instruction Method

Classroom

Location

Watermelon Music

1970 Lake Blvd. suite 1, Davis, CA, 95616

Watermelon Music

Watermelon Music 1970 Lake Blvd. suite 1, Davis, CA, 95616

Section Notes

Students receive an Enrollment Confirmation by email after enrolling in this course.

Course will take place in-person at Watermelon Music, 1970 Lake Blvd. Suite 1 Davis, CA 95616. Please be watching email just prior to class for a PARKING MAP showing approved parking at the location. Please respect the parking guidelines on the map.

Enrollment Policies

This course requires a paid OLLI membership.

All withdrawal requests are subject to a $20 processing fee. No refunds are given for a withdrawal once a course has begun.

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Schedule

Thur., Jan 23rd, 2025 to Feb 13th, 2025, 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Fees

$60

Instructors

Maria Jaoudi

Maria Jaoudi is a professor of humanities & religious studies at CSU Sacramento and works with the Harvard Artists Working Group as a painter. She has lectured on film at the Crocker Museum and is the author of books on world religions, ecology and the humanities, including Mindfulness as Sustainability: Lessons from the World Religions, SUNY Press.