The film seminar is intended to discuss film representations of early modern European history. It will include a dozen of movies which cover several key areas (courtly culture, religion, visual arts, festivities, magic, etc.). Each screening will be preceded by a brief introduction. Students will be provided with recommended reading. Projection will be followed by a discussion.
Vatel
Le Roi danse
Tous les Matins de Monde
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead
Prospero's Books
The Draughtsman's Contract
Mere Jeanne des Anges
Le retour de Martin Guerre
Barry Lyndon
Nightwatching
Dangerous Liaisons
Regular attendance, participation in discussions, short paper at the end of the term.