SPAN 232 - La Venganza de los Monstruos

Unit(s): 4

In this introduction to Gothic fiction in the Spanish-speaking world through a selection of short stories and films produced in Latin America and Spain, students are introduced to the craft of close readings and the critical skills necessary for a nuanced understanding of culture. In particular, the course explores gothic monsters and metaphors from different times and countries to dismantle issues regarding gender, race, class, and ethnicity. Thematic units allow students to make connections between different historical and cultural moments to understand the vitality of the Gothic genre today in literature, film, television and popular culture.

Prerequisite: SPAN 206 with a minimum grade of C
College of Arts and Sciences