From Bond to Billy Elliot - A journey through the history of British cinema

Cinema does more than entertain — it documents history, challenges power, and preserves the spirit of an era. Step into the evolving story of Great Britain through the lens of cinema.

This course explores how British film history has captured the nation’s transformation — from the height of the Victorian Empire to the complex, multicultural society of today. Through groundbreaking films, influential filmmakers, and key historical moments, students will discover how cinema became both a mirror and a critique of British identity.

List of Contents:

- The Birth of British Cinema
- Empire, War and Propaganda
- Post-War Britain and Social Change
- Swinging London and Cultural Revolution
- Thatcherism, Conflict and Resistance
- Contemporary Britain on Screen

Interest in British history and love of movies.

Teaching material will be announced in class.