Representations of Culture in Literature and Film
Here are some thoughts/wonderings on our curriculum project (according to what we came up with during the orientation weekend):
We could divide our study into time periods:
- ancient - creation myths
- imperial (Confucian)
- cultural revolution (Red Scarf Girl)
- modern (photos, cultural messages in children's books)
Some film suggestions:
- The Way Home
- Eat Drink Man Woman
- To Live
We had also mentioned focusing in on poetry, as well as looking for any iconic authors or pieces of literature in modern bookstores, schools, etc. However, after a brief discussion with Clay, we discovered that there is not really an Asian Twilight or Harry Potter counterpart.
I am just getting us started here . . . please feel free to add comments, questions, suggestions!
Thanks!
Stephanie
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