This course focuses on Israel films from 1948 to the present day. From early Israeli films with low budgets to recent blockbusters, we’ll examine the art of filmmaking and analyze specific cinematic representations of Israeli life and society. In the process, we’ll watch a lot of great movies. Hebrew 3245 is designed for anyone interested in film and society, and assumes no previous knowledge about Israel. All films will include English subtitles.

Prereq: English 1110. Not open to students with credit for 2245 or JewshSt 2245 or 3245. GE VPA and diversity global studies course. Cross-listed in JewshSt.