Mazinaatesewin: Indigenous Representation in Film
Indigenous Studies · 1.5 hrs Lecture | 1.5 hrs Seminar/Discussion
Offering schedule: contact department
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No prerequisites listed, you can take this course without prior coursework.
Where IS-2402 counts
Counts toward 2 more as one option among several, not as a course you must take:
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Description
This course critically examines the portrayal of Indigenous peoples in film by engaging with film and literature discussing indigenous cinema and how cinematic tropes lead to generalized representations which are solidified into the viewer's minds. Students explore topics such as imperfect and fourth cinema, Indigenous self-representation, collective authorship, representation, impersonation, and appropriation. Films examined are in the modern era (1970 onwards) and focus on Indigenous Cinema.
Note
Students cannot receive credit for IS-2402/3 Mazinaatesewin: Indigenous Representation in Film and the former IS-2402/3 Indigenous Representation in Film.
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.