GERM GU4350

A history of German Cinema and film theory.

Theoretical approaches to affect in film. How to speak concisely about film using applicable terminology. How to present complex theoretical topics to a class and facilitate a discussion.

I still don't know what "affect" or "affect theory" are.

If you are interested in learning about postwar Germany and film. 1 Columbia University: Arts & Sciences Fall 2022 Course: GERMGU4350_001_2022_3-GERMANFILMAFTER1945 : GERMGU4350_001_2022_3 - GERMAN FILM AFTER 1945 Instructor: Claudia Breger

I learned a lot about different approaches to the study of affect and the development of film theory in a German context.

Histories of affectual development and interpretation in German film culture

Cultural background, film theory and philosophical concepts surrounding German film after 1945 read in close connection to the politics of Post-WW2 Germany.

This course provides an excellent introduction to some of the major film movements that emerged in Germany following World War II. It is a very open and interactive class that forces students to confront provocative and challenging ideas. You will still be able to get a handle on the course readings even if you are not knowledgable about foundational concepts in film studies 1 Columbia University: Arts & Sciences Fall 2024 Course: GERMGU4350_001_2024_3-GERMANFILMAFTER1945 : GERMGU4350_001_2024_3 - GERMAN FILM AFTER 1945 Instructor: Claudia Breger