How to Teach Philosophy of Film

Abstract

Even though philosophy of film is a relatively small and relatively young philosophical subfield, I argue that it is well worth a dedicated undergraduate course. I outline such a course below, with reference to particular anthologies of readings and a corresponding list of central topics. I recommend adopting a broad conception of film, to include moving image works in a range of formats and technological media, as well as an inclusive approach to philosophizing about film, one that draws on the history of film theory, both the analytic and the continental philosophical traditions, critical race theory, and feminist theory. The aim of a philosophy of film course is to hone students’ philosophical skills in the service of a deeper appreciation of the art of moving images.

Publisher

Philosophy Documentation Center

Publication Date

9-1-2016

Publication Title

Teaching Philosophy

Department

Philosophy

Document Type

Article

DOI

https://dx.doi.org/10.5840/teachphil201681153

Language

English

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text

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