Classic Films 1930s - 1960s

We will revive a Project Week from 1976, originally taught by English and Journalism faculty member Steve Hafer. Each day we will watch one or two films, and discuss the stories, scripts, cinematography, special effects, direction, acting, context and influence. Classics regarded as some of best films ever made will be screened including Citizen Kane, Casablanca, The Seven Samurai, The Seventh Seal, and more. An opportunity to step away from modern CGI films into the era of the silver screen. We will view primarily black and white and some color films. We will also discuss how the movie industry was one of the first great tech booms, and how it reflected and influenced culture in the United States and around the world.