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JPNS29

Performing Fukushima: Theater and Film

Subject code

JPN

Course Number

S29

Department(s)

Instructor(s)

J. Wiesinger

Course Long Title

Performing Fukushima: Theater and Film

Description

In Japan in 2011, an earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear meltdown killed nearly 16,000 people and displaced hundreds of thousands. This course considers how a traumatic event is presented in theater and film. Students learn about the social and political background of the disaster through readings and watch related theater and film. They analyze these media, considering and critiquing different approaches. How can trauma be represented? Who controls the narrative? What are the ethics of performing trauma? Recommended background: one course in Asian studies, environmental studies, film studies, Japanese, or theater.

Modes of Inquiry

Analysis and Critique [AC], Historical and Social Inquiry [HS]

Writing Credit

No writing credit

Offering Frequency

Normally offered every other year