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Course Description: Urban Images in Media & Film*
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Course Description: Urban Images in Media & Film*

Urban Images in Media & Film*

51-2211

Course surveys the portrayal of metropolitan life in film, television, the press, and other media. Students discuss documentary films, such as I Remember Harlem, and full-length feature films, such as Grand Canyon, Metropolis, and Little Murders. Local city news coverage (print, television, and radio) is examined for urban stereotypes.

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* Prerequisite Required.