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Movies: History & Art (CMNS 150)

Credit Course

3 credits

$124 per credit

in-county, fees apply

In-person

Is a course that examines the history of motion pictures from their origin as a late 19th century curiosity to their present status as powerful form of mass communication reflecting the impact of many art forms within the Humanities. The course covers the development of film techniques, the evolution of popular movie genres including, but not limited to the western, horror, science fiction/fantasy, and animated features. Students explore film's unique capacity to record and reshape history, and its power to reflect and form public attitudes and social values. Included are screenings of important films representing international film production. Formerly offered as HIST 150, earn credit for one only. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions. Same As: MCOM 150. Credit can be earned for one course only.

Corequisite(s): ACLT 053 or (ESOL 052 and ESOL 054.
General Education: Arts and Humanities (A).

Sections

Spring 2026 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      11:10 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      TR
      Location: Catonsville, HUMN 002

    Section Information:

    • Format: In-person
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Precious Stone
    • Course ID: #25307

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section is the same as MCOM 150. Earn credit for one course only. This section is open to all students. The "GL" designation means that the course promotes global awareness and contributes toward the "GL" credit requirement for students in the Global Scholars program. Section meets during the ten week session NOTE: This is a ZTC (Zero Textbook Cost) course