COMM 421 - Animation & Anime

4 credits
Considers what makes animation distinctive as an art form, the technologies used to produce it, and its relation to broader cultural issues such as Disney’s historic influence on childhood experience. The class also examines the way that Anime crosses boundaries: bridging different national markets and cultures, spilling into other genres such as comics (manga) and video games, and blurring lines between consumers and producers (Otaku or fan culture). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Juniors and above. Prerequisite(s): EMDA 320 or EMDA 321 . (Cross-listed with EMDA 421 .)