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Course Description
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Course Name
Vamps, Divas, Tramps, Lolitas
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Host University
Kingston University
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Location
London, England
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Area of Study
Film Studies
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
Substantial prior study of film
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Credits
4 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course Content:
This module will provide an insight into the classic Hollywood cinema?s approach to
issues relating to female sexuality. It will investigate the studio star industry with case
studies of female stars, including Mae West, Marlene Dietrich, Joan Crawford, Bette
Davis, Rita Hayworth, Liz Taylor and Marilyn Monroe. It will trace the development of the
depiction of gender and sexuality on screen within their socio-political contexts (such as
the Hays Code).The module will explore the principal features of some of the archetypal ?bad? women
on screen, investigating the ideologies and aesthetics which have shaped the cinematic
representations of femininity. The module will also map the development of specific
female archetypes on screen from the screen ?goddess? or diva (and her appeal for the
male and female fans), through the stereotypes of the man-eating vamp and the female
tramp to the child woman or ?Lolita? type.Teaching:
This module is taught in three hour blocks in a combination of short lecture and student
participation sessions based on film extracts.Assessment:
STUDY OPTION 1 AND STUDY OPTION 2:
3000-4000 word research essay.Study Option 1 = Whole Year
Study Option 2 = Autumn
Study Option 3 = Spring/summer
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