HON-298G Honors Colloquium: Gothic Literature & Horror Film
An exploration of the Gothic novel from its origins to the current cultural movement, and its evolution into horror film. The course will examine how "classic" Gothic devices and conventions were employed by such authors as Shelley, Poe, Stevenson, Stoker, and King, and how those conventions developed in film throughout the twentieth century. This colloquium will include literary, historical, psychological and sociological approaches to "horror". Admission in Berkshire Honors Scholar program required.
Prerequisite
3 credits of comp
Course Types
HU, H, LT