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The Lights, Camera, Action short course series is designed to introduce non-majors, including students in disciplines outside the humanities, to the critical study of film texts. This iteration will explore four films directed by Alfred Hitchcock over four decades, tracing his particular thematic and stylistic innovations across his long career. In-class screenings and emphasis on discussion over lecture. Four short written responses. No prior experience in film studies required. This one-credit course will meet September 9, 16, 23, and 30 and will be graded Pass/Fail. Due to the limited number of meetings, perfect attendance is required.