Analyzes works of contemporary American cinema, examining socio-cultural, political and historical contexts as depicted in selected films from the 1970s to present day. Explores theme and focus, industrial practices (conglomerate and indie), narrative presentations, selected genres, and representations of different people groups (gender, race, class and sexuality). Examines key filmmakers and movements. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: HUM M06; FILM M31.

Develops critical thinking and writing skills in close textual analysis of issues and themes in fiction, poetry, and drama as well as in non-fictional literature and literary criticism. Reviews deductive and inductive reasoning, recognition and avoidance of logical fallacies, and relationships between language and meaning while emphasizing detailed critical analysis. Course Credit Limitations: Credit will not be awarded for both honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of “C” or better or "P". Moorpark College Honors Program requires a letter grade. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: ENGL C1000 or C1000H. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.