This course investigates representations of “space” in modern and contemporary Italian novels and films; it will have an interdisciplinary aspect, as it will include the study of history, politics, geography, and philosophy, as well as literature and cinema. Readings of novels by Luigi Pirandello, Cesare Pavese, Sibilla Aleramo, Italo Calvino, and Elena Ferrante; screenings, among others, by Federico Fellini, Vittorio De Sica, Michelangelo Antonioni, Giuseppe Tornatore, Mario Martone, Nanni Moretti, and Paolo Sorrentino.
Intended Audience:
All work is done in English. Knowledge of the Italian language is not required.