FILM 120Introduction to Media Theory
Explores media theory. May be organized thematically or chronologically. Selects from key debates and movements central to understanding media forms in relation to self, society, politics, and aesthetics.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite(s): FILM 20A. Enrollment is restricted to proposed and declared film and digital media majors.
- Enroll in lecture and associated discussion section.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 3:20pm–4:55pm | Kresge Acad 3105 | J. Horne | Open 0/160 |
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | TBA | Online | M. Unsal Genc | Open 48/120 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 5:20pm–6:55pm | Kresge Acad 3105 | W. Sack | Closed 135/132 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Horne | 2.5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 69% | 41 |
| Warren Sack | 2.9 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 53% | 31 |
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