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| Code | ILEM807 |
| Name | Cinema and jeopolitics |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Doktora Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
Cinema and Geopolitics is an elective course that provides a comprehensive analysis of the interplay between film production, distribution, screening, and consumption in the context of geopolitics. This course seeks to explore how various conceptualizations of cinema, such as Hollywood Cinema, European Art Cinema, Third World Cinema, and Political Cinema, are shaped and influenced by geopolitical relationships.
Course Content
The course examines the relationship between cinematic aesthetics, content, and technique and the geopolitical contexts that shape them. In this regard, the course offers an in-depth investigation of the geopolitical factors that shape the production, distribution, and reception of cinema across different regions of the world. Through a critical analysis of films from different regions, the course explores the ways in which cinema has been used as a tool of geopolitical power, reflecting and shaping dominant political and cultural narratives. Students will examine the role of film in constructing national and cultural identities, as well as the ways in which it can subvert dominant narratives and give voice to marginalized communities. The course also explores the various mechanisms of film distribution, from Hollywood’s dominant role in the global film market to the emergence of alternative modes of distribution such as film festivals and online streaming platforms. Through this analysis, students will gain an understanding of the economic, cultural, and political implications of film circulation. In addition, the course critically examines the relationship between cinema and geopolitical conflict, including the ways in which cinema has been used to promote and justify war, as well as the ways in which it can be used to challenge dominant narratives and promote peace. Overall, the course offers students a nuanced understanding of the complex and dynamic relationship between cinema and geopolitics, providing them with the critical tools to engage with the political and cultural dimensions of film production, distribution, and consumption.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
- Bordwell, D., Staiger, J., & Thompson, K. (1985). The Classical Hollywood Cinema: Film Style & Mode of Production to 1960. Columbia University Press. - Easthope, A. (2014). Contemporary film theory. Routledge. - Stam, R., & Shohat, E. (Eds.). (1994). Unthinking Eurocentrism: Multiculturalism and the Media. Routledge.
Notes
- Wood, R. (2003). Hollywood from Vietnam to Reagan... and Beyond. Columbia University Press. - Žižek, S. (2006). The Parallax View. MIT Press. - Crary, J. (2010). Gözlemcinin Teknikleri – On Dokuzuncu Yüzyılda Görme ve Modernite Üzerine (2. Baskı). E. Daldeniz (çev.), İstanbul: Metis Yayınları. - Burton, J. (Ed.). (2013). Cinema and social change in Latin America: Conversations with filmmakers. University of Texas Press. - Dönmez-Colin, G. (2010). Cinema and politics: Turkish cinema and the new Europe. Bloomsbury Publishing. - Macdonald, G. M. (1994). Third cinema and the Third World. Place, Power, Situation, and Spectacle: A Geography of Film, 27-45. - Erzen, J. N. (2012). Çoğul Estetik (2. Baskı). İstanbul: Metis Yayınları. - Florenski, P. (2013). Tersten Perspektif (4. Baskı). Y. Tükel (çev.), İstanbul: Metis Yayınları. - Harvey, D. (2010). Postmodernliğin Durumu: Kültürel Değişimin Kökenleri (5. Baskı). S. Savran (çev.), İstanbul: Metis Yayınları. - Jameson, F. (1992). The Geopolitical Aesthetic – Cinema and Space in the World System. Londra: BFI Publishing. - Panofsky, E. (2013). Perspektif – Simgesel Bir Biçim. Y. Tükel (çev.), İstanbul: Metis Yayınları. - Sayın, Z. (2013). İmgenin Pornografisi (3. Baskı). İstanbul: Metis Yayınları. - Soja, E. W. (1989). Postmodern Geographies – The Reassertion of Space in Critical Social Theory. Londra ve New York: Verso. - Soja, E. W. (1996). Thirdspace – Journey to Los Angeles and Other Real-and-Imagined Places. Oxford ve Massachusetts: Blackwell Publishers Ltd. - Wayne, M. (2011). Politik Film – Üçüncü Sinema’nın Diyalektiği. E. Yılmaz (çev.), İstanbul: Yordam Kitap.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Students will develop the ability to critically assess how geopolitical factors impact various aspects of cinematic expression, including aesthetics, content, and technique, and recognize the intricate connections between global politics and filmmaking. |
| LO02 | Through the study of Hollywood Cinema, European Art Cinema, Third World Cinema, and Political Cinema, students will be equipped to analyze and compare how different cinematic traditions are shaped by and respond to geopolitical dynamics. |
| LO03 | Students will examine how films contribute to the construction of national, cultural, and individual identities, as well as how cinema can be a powerful tool for challenging and subverting dominant narratives, giving voice to marginalized communities. |
| LO04 | By exploring diverse distribution mechanisms like Hollywood’s global dominance, film festivals, and online streaming platforms, students will understand the economic, cultural, and political ramifications of film circulation in the context of geopolitical relationships. |
| LO05 | Students will critically assess the ways in which cinema has been used both to promote and justify geopolitical conflicts, as well as to challenge such narratives and contribute to peacebuilding efforts through its potential to foster understanding and empathy. |
| LO06 | Through integrative learning, students will develop the capacity to combine cinematic analysis with geopolitical theories, enhancing their ability to interpret and explain how film reflects, responds to, and influences global political trends. |
| LO07 | Students will acquire advanced research skills, enabling them to conduct thorough investigations into specific films, directors, genres, or cinematic movements to uncover the nuanced ways in which geopolitics shapes cinematic narratives. |
| LO08 | By engaging with real-world examples, students will develop a heightened awareness of the ethical responsibilities of filmmakers in representing geopolitical issues and diverse cultures accurately and respectfully, contributing to more informed discussions around cinematic ethics. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Belirsiz | Develops critical thinking skills. | 2 |
| PLO02 | Belirsiz | Have the conceptual and theoretical competence to explain the phenomena in Communication Studies disciplines. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Belirsiz | She/he has knowledge of basic methodological approaches, methods, research techniques and their application and evaluation in communication and media studies.(dişil) | 2 |
| PLO04 | Belirsiz | Identify local, national and international problems in the field of Communication Studies. | 5 |
| PLO05 | Belirsiz | Gains the ability to analyze and synthesize the phenomena in the field of social sciences in an interdisciplinary context. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Belirsiz | She/He reports a social research she designed in the field of communication studies and turns it into original works in accordance with academic rules. | |
| PLO07 | Belirsiz | He/she transfers his/her knowledge of the field in an effective and systematic way, both verbally and in writing. Gains the ability to give lectures, conferences and seminars. | |
| PLO08 | Belirsiz | Have sufficient knowledge about the basic conceptual approaches used in the field of social sciences. | 4 |
| PLO09 | Belirsiz | Takes responsibility, leads and works effectively individually and/or in a team. | |
| PLO10 | Belirsiz | Selects data collection and analysis techniques within the appropriate methodologies and applies empirical studies in order to solve these problems, |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Cinema and Geopolitics I • Overview of the course objectives, structure, and assessment methods. • Introduction to key concepts in geopolitics and their relevance to cinema. • Historical overview of the relationship between cinema and geopolitics. • Discussion of major cinematic traditions and their geopolitical contexts. | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Introduction to Cinema and Geopolitics II • Overview of the course objectives, structure, and assessment methods. • Introduction to key concepts in geopolitics and their relevance to cinema. • Historical overview of the relationship between cinema and geopolitics. • Discussion of major cinematic traditions and their geopolitical contexts. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Hollywood Cinema and Geopolitical Power I • Exploration of Hollywood’s historical and contemporary role in global cinema. • Analysis of how Hollywood reflects and influences geopolitical narratives. • Case studies of Hollywood films that depict geopolitical conflicts and power dynamics. • Group discussion and analysis of Hollywood’s impact on cultural perceptions. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Hollywood Cinema and Geopolitical Power II • Exploration of Hollywood’s historical and contemporary role in global cinema. • Analysis of how Hollywood reflects and influences geopolitical narratives. • Case studies of Hollywood films that depict geopolitical conflicts and power dynamics. • Group discussion and analysis of Hollywood’s impact on cultural perceptions. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | European Art Cinema and Identity I • Examination of European Art Cinema as a response to geopolitical and cultural shifts. • Analysis of how art cinema portrays issues of identity, nationality, and postcolonialism. • Study of auteurs and their unique contributions to geopolitical discourse. • Comparative analysis of European and Hollywood cinemas’ representations of identity. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | European Art Cinema and Identity II • Examination of European Art Cinema as a response to geopolitical and cultural shifts. • Analysis of how art cinema portrays issues of identity, nationality, and postcolonialism. • Study of auteurs and their unique contributions to geopolitical discourse. • Comparative analysis of European and Hollywood cinemas’ representations of identity. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Third World and Political Cinema I • Overview of Third World Cinema and its role in challenging colonial legacies. • Analysis of political cinema’s engagement with sociopolitical issues. • Case studies of films that highlight the struggles of marginalized communities. • Discussion of the ethics of representing political and cultural narratives. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Reading | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Third World and Political Cinema II • Overview of Third World Cinema and its role in challenging colonial legacies. • Analysis of political cinema’s engagement with sociopolitical issues. • Case studies of films that highlight the struggles of marginalized communities. • Discussion of the ethics of representing political and cultural narratives. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Film Distribution and Global Circulation I • Exploration of the economic and political implications of film distribution. • Study of Hollywood’s dominance in the global film market. • Analysis of alternative distribution methods, including film festivals and streaming platforms. • Guest speaker sessions with industry experts on film distribution dynamics. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Film Distribution and Global Circulation II • Exploration of the economic and political implications of film distribution. • Study of Hollywood’s dominance in the global film market. • Analysis of alternative distribution methods, including film festivals and streaming platforms. • Guest speaker sessions with industry experts on film distribution dynamics. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Cinema in Geopolitical Conflict and Peacebuilding I • Critical assessment of films that have been used to promote or justify geopolitical conflicts. • Analysis of cinematic narratives that contribute to peacebuilding efforts. • Examination of case studies where films have facilitated cross-cultural understanding. • Ethical considerations in depicting conflicts and peace efforts through cinema. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Cinema in Geopolitical Conflict and Peacebuilding II • Critical assessment of films that have been used to promote or justify geopolitical conflicts. • Analysis of cinematic narratives that contribute to peacebuilding efforts. • Examination of case studies where films have facilitated cross-cultural understanding. • Ethical considerations in depicting conflicts and peace efforts through cinema. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Student Presentations and Synthesis I • Students present their research projects on specific films or directors. • Comparative analysis of films from different regions and cinematic traditions. • Synthesis of course concepts, including the interplay between cinema and geopolitics. • Discussion of future directions in the study of cinema and its geopolitical implications. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Student Presentations and Synthesis II • Students present their research projects on specific films or directors. • Comparative analysis of films from different regions and cinematic traditions. • Synthesis of course concepts, including the interplay between cinema and geopolitics. • Discussion of future directions in the study of cinema and its geopolitical implications. | Reading and Watching | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Reading | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Ödev |
| 17 | Term Exams | Reading | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Ödev |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 21 | 21 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 151 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,04 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||