ENGFLM 1684 - MOCKUMENTARY: PRODUCTION AND CRITICISM

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
The mockumentary- a fictional film made to "look like" a documentary - became popularized as a term to describe a distinct genre in coverage of Rob Reiner's 1984 film This is Spinal Tap, a fictionalized, behind-the-scenes account of a heavy metal band's concert tour. Since then, the genre has evolved to treat a variety of subjects through a range of styles - including straightforward hoaxes (The Blair Witch Project), social parodies (Best in Show, Waiting for Guffman), and sharp criticisms of nonfictional form (The Falls, The Daily Show with John Stewart). In addition to readings, lectures and discussions, students in this class will produce short mockumentary projects. Previous production experience is not required.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis

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