This is an introductory survey of early Russian and Soviet film.  This course will follow a chronological orientation from the pre-film technologies of the late nineteenth century to the firms produced at the height of Stalin’s rule in the late 1930s.  The role of notable individuals in the film industry will be examined, as will the social and political context of film production.  In the early Soviet era, the interaction of state agencies and the film industry will be examined, as will Russian artistic influences on international film trends.  This course is designed as a writing intensive course.  It will develop formal and informal writing skills using the topics of film studies.  (Satisfies CAS 2nd Literature and Creative Expression or Foreign Culture/International Regional or Non-Western Requirement.)  (Satisfies UPB Cultures Non-Western Requirement.)  Frequency of Offering:  every two years.