ENG 3600 Spring 2022 Hersh

When we think of Hollywood what comes to mind? Blockbuster films, Celebrities, Sequels… upon sequels. What about the cinema? Award-worthy, independent film, International, Groundbreaking? Can Hollywood and Cinema coexist? Are they the same thing or do we view them differently? In this course we will examine the film industry through past films, present industry trends, and what the future holds for Hollywood. Throughout the semester we will explore films that changed the movie business, analyzing cycles and genres from the golden age of Hollywood to the Marvel Universe.

Possible films include: Jaws, Toy Story, Foxy Brown, Psycho, The Breakfast Club, Get Out