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Course Code 216

The course THA 216 examines the relationship between film, cinema, and literature, focusing on how literary texts are adapted into films within various cultural, historical, and aesthetic contexts. It aims to develop critical thinking and writing skills through the analysis of adaptation theories and case studies. The course includes topics such as adaptation processes, cultural influences, aesthetic considerations, and contemporary issues in film adaptations.

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Course Code 216

The course THA 216 examines the relationship between film, cinema, and literature, focusing on how literary texts are adapted into films within various cultural, historical, and aesthetic contexts. It aims to develop critical thinking and writing skills through the analysis of adaptation theories and case studies. The course includes topics such as adaptation processes, cultural influences, aesthetic considerations, and contemporary issues in film adaptations.

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COURSE CODE: THA 216

COURSE TITLE: Film, Cinema, and Literature


COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course explores the intersection of film, cinema and literature, examining ways in which
literary texts are adapted into film and the cultural, historical, and aesthetic contexts that shapes
these adaptations.

Course Objectives

 Analyse the relationship between literature and film, finding adaptation processes and
theoretical frameworks
 Examine the cultural, historical, and aesthetic contexts that influences film adaptations of
literary texts
 Develop critical thinking and writing skills through the analysis of literary and cinematic
texts.

Course Units

Week 1: Introduction to film and Literature

 Overview of the relationship between film and literature


 Key concepts: adaptation, intertextuality, and cinematic storytelling

Week 2-3: Adaptation Theories

 The theories for film adaptations (Fidelity, Criticism, and post structuralism)
 Case Studies: e.g Shakespeare, Dickens, (Classical adaptations)

Week 4-5: Cultural and Historical contexts

 The impact of cultural and historical context on film adaptations


 Case Studies: Saworoide, Ayinla, Owo eje, Gifted Hand: Story of Bill Carson, Pursuit of
Happiness etc.

Week 6-7: Aesthetic Considerations

 The role of aesthetics in film adaptations


 Case Study (Gifted Hands…)

Week 8-9: Contemporary Issues

 Contemporary issues in film adaptations (diversities, representation, and social justice)


 Case Study: film screening
Week 11-13 Review of the course

 Revision
 Film Screening
 Presentation and C. A

Week 14: Examination

Recommended Texts

Literary texts on adaptations

Film adaptation to be screened

Theoretical texts

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