Do not take this course. Its very boring and you dont really learn much from it that can be applied anywhere. The movies you watch except towards the end are very boring as well. The TA is really nice and will help out however the professor isnt and I regret taking this class. I dont know why anyone would willingly go to this.
AMST 3471
American CinemaLast taught: Fall 2026
3.0 Rating
2.5 Difficulty
3.67 GPA
Instructor
3.0
Enjoyability
3.0
Difficulty
2.5
Recommend
3.0
Reading
2.0
Writing
1.5
Group Work
0.0
Other
3.0
Total Hours / Week
Hours 6.5
Grade Distribution
Average GPA 3.67
Students Measured 104
Sections
1Other Sections (1)
Section 19381 SEM (3 Units)
tuth 9:30am - 10:45am
Enrolled: 20/40
2 Reviews
1.33 Average
Instructor 1.0
Enjoyability 2.0
Recommend 1.0
Difficulty 2.0
Hours/Week 7.0
4.67 Average
If you have even the slightest interest in film, you need to take this class! Professor Chong is extremely approachable and does her best to ensure that each student is keeping up. The work consists of watching about two films per week, about 6-8 short/medium readings (3-4 per film), and reflection responses to the films as well as post-discussion responses. The projects are easy and creatively flexible. Overall, this is a super enjoyable class and isn't too difficult either. I learned a lot and really had a great time! Highly recommend.
Instructor 5.0
Enjoyability 4.0
Recommend 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
Hours/Week 6.0