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2026-2027 Catalog (BETA) Cal State East Bay
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THEA 244 - The Genre of Horror

Units: 3
American Horror and Science Fiction with roots in French Grand Guignol (gory effects) and German Expressionist literature. Landmarks that advanced the stage and film. Iconic films and contemporary theatre spawned by Cold War fears and emerging technology.

Credit Restrictions: Not open for credit to Theatre Arts major.

Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground, or Hybrid, or Online-Asynchronous.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Course Typically Offered: Fall ONLY


Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
 

  1. recognize the influence of early modern literature and film on popular contemporary genres.
  2. address complex challenges of technology on everyday problems of life.
  3. discuss ideas, perspectives, and values clearly and persuasively while listening openly to others.
  4. apply knowledge of evil and fears to promote equity and social justice.



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