(1) to raise students' appreciative awareness of film as a distinctive medium for the presentation of ethical, epistemological and other central philosophical issues, and to provide a basic knowledge of the distinctive characteristics of this means of presenting philosophical issues.
(2) to impart to students the skills required for them to be able to engage in critical assessment of film presentations.
(3) to enable students to effectively communicate their understanding and appreciation and to interact effectively so as to problem solve with diverse communal groups.
(4) to provide students a critical appreciation of the larger framework of Western literary media as it has developed in relation to society.

A screening and systematic study of several major films (e.g. Rashomon, Japan, focusing on the epistemological problem of point of view and the construction of objective knowledge, and the apportionment of responsibility and blame), supported by text and video commentary and supporting critical philosophical text. The detailed films, texts and study issues will vary from year to year to suit student needs and staff competencies.

PHIL3120 Philosophy and Film

Students who have previously completed PHIL3120 are not permitted to enrol in PHIL2120

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Either 10 units of Philosophy, English or Film,Media and Cultural courses at 1000 level, or 40 units of any courses at any level.

Internal Mode

Lecture
Laboratory

Laboratory: for 3 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks
Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term