PHL 1200 - Philosophy through Film

Credits: 4

Film has proven itself to be an excellent medium for presenting and challenging philosophical ideas. For this reason, this course introduces students to some of the central questions and ideas of philosophy through an examination of how they are dramatized in several feature length films. Some questions that may be considered include the following: Does life have a meaning? What makes a person decent, and why should we be decent? What is the nature of reality, and how do we know what is real? What is the connection between memory and personal identity? Do individuals have a right to rebel against society or a duty to support it?
Fulfills: LS Core requirement in Philosophy