PSCI 22200 - War and Politics on Film

Course Credit: 1
(GLIS)
WAR & POLITICS ON FILM War may be a tragic constant in global politics. This course is designed to explore classic and contemporary issues related to war and politics through the media of film, literature and scholarly works. Key sections of the class examine the origins of war, rebellion, international terrorism, the soldier’s journey, idealism and non-violent conflict resolution, questions of heroism and glory and security in the post-9/11 era. This course will lead us to reexamine the moral and material complexities of conflict, as well as the implications of war and peace for security today through the use of various media. [HSS]