Who is Pedro Almodóvar and why are his films synonymous with “Spanish” culture? How do his films narrate contemporary Spanish history, disrupt gender norms, challenge traditional Catholic values, irk politicians in both the Left and Right, uphold and deconstruct Hollywood film style, and generally reframe the way Spanish cinema is perceived globally? Controversial genius, global auteur, national icon and standard bearer for queer culture, and arguably the most influential Spanish filmmaker since Luis Buñuel (possibly more than Buñuel), Almodóvar is without a doubt also the most...

This course provides students with basic communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) in Basque and introduces students to Basque culture and history. This course counts towards the Spanish major and minor.  T/TH 3:30-4:50 pm; 3072E Literatures, Cultures & Linguistics Building  Instructor: Maialen Casquete de la Puente