Mar 29, 2024  
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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). Prerequisite(s): EMDA 320  or EMDA 321 . Junior standing or above. (Cross-listed with EMDA 421  .)
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: FLM 421.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.



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