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SOC 275 - Screen Time: Technology in TV and Film

This course employs the framework of cultural sociology to scrutinize varying depictions of technology within film and television. Ever wondered how dystopian and utopian futures shape our views on real-world tech? From the high-rise offices of the future to AI companions, this course peels back the curtain on the myths and realities technology narratives sell us. We’ll explore the portrayal of technological innovation, workplace revolutions, the dichotomy of nature and culture, all while unraveling the role of artificial intelligence in shaping our social fabric. Join us to decode the silver screen and discover how it mirrors-or warps-our technological dreams and dilemmas. Key texts include Blade Runner (1982), The Matrix (1999), Wall-E (2008), Her (2013), Ex Machina (2014), Mr Robot (2015-19), Black Mirror (2011-present), Dune: Part One (2021), and more. Course Codes: BR. Prerequisite: any social science PEQ or permission of instructor.

Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: BR. Prerequisite: any social science PEQ or permission of instructor. Term cycle: fall. Yearly cycle: all years.

Credits: 3


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