JS 233 The Holocaust and FilmJewish Studies (2009-2010)
An examination of the Holocaust as portrayed in feature films and documentaries. Do cinematic attempts capture the horror of the Holocaust faithfully, or trivialize it? The background to anti-semitism, use of religious imagery in propaganda films, and what counts as "success" or "failure" in cinematic representations are discussed.
Antirequisites: RS 233
Notes: This course fulfills an Area 3B requirement for Religious Studies majors.
(Cross-listed with RS 272)
(Cross-listed with RS 272)
Sections For Fall 2009
JS 233 is not held in Fall 2009
Sections For Spring 2009
JS 233 is not held in Spring 2009