This course will focus on the sensational origins of cinema in Germany. Topics may include the transition from "attractions" to narrative; the history of film exhibition; the early star system; Expressionist horror, gender and genre; early film theory and the auteur/art film; and/or modernity.

Antirequisite(s): German 3321B or the former Film Studies 2246F/G, if taken in 2015-2016; the former Film Studies 2243F/G, if taken in 2011-2012.

Prerequisite(s): At least 60% in Film Studies 1020E or Film Studies 1022 or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 2 lecture/seminar hours, 1 3-hour lecture/screening.