Communication & Film

Upcoming Courses

Courses

If you are familiar with the library resources but want to go beyond the basics, this session will explore some of the more interesting and unusual digital collections and databases. This is an advanced session that builds on the information introduced in Bounty of Boatwright.


Wednesday, Aug 6, Synchronous Online
Learn how to find books, articles, and other resources that are of interest to you. This session provides an overview for beginners or those new to Osher and includes a virtual tour of the library.


Thursday, June 12, Synchronous Online
Join Dan this fall in his quest for the funniest movies. We'll view 'What's Up, Doc?', a 1972 film directed by Peter Bogdanovich and starring Barbra Streisand and Ryan O'Neal. Then we'll watch 'The Awful Truth', a 1937 film starring Irene Dunne and Cary Grant. We'll end with 'The Lady Eve', a 1941 film starring Barbara Stanwyck and Henry Fonda.


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Join Dan in his quest for the funniest movies. We'll view these films: 1954 'Long Long Trailer' (Lucy and Desi go on a road trip); 1947 'The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer' (Cary Grant and Shirley Temple team up for comedy); and 1959 'Pillow Talk' (Rock Hudson and Doris Day are feuding over a phone).


July 14, 21, 28, JPSN, Room 118
Director Denny Tedesco returns to Osher for a screening of his recent award-winning documentary 'Immediate Family.' This film features an in-depth look at the musicians who played on studio sessions and in concert with Carole King, James Taylor, Jackson Browne, Neil Young, and Linda Ronstadt. In the film, director Tedesco captures the impact that Danny Kortchmar, Leland Sklar, Russ Kunkel, and Waddy Wachtel had on the singers and songwriters they supported in recording sessions.


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Join us for four delightful movies. Two are foreign films you might have missed: 'The Lunch Box' and 'Bread and Chocolate.' Another is a classic from the '40s that blends nostalgia and drama: 'How Green Was My Valley,' featuring Maureen O'Hara. And one is a film whose description (a young boy learns to dance) belies its compelling story. This one, 'Billy Elliot,' you may well have seen.


Fridays; June 13, 20, 27, July 11 (Skip July 4), JPSN, Room 118
How did Walt Disney's life and vision shape the creation of an entertainment empire? How did early challenges influence the company's identity and creative output? And how did Disney grow into a global powerhouse? This course explores these questions and more as we delve into the 100-year history of the Walt Disney Company, tracing its evolution from humble beginnings to a global entertainment giant.


Thursdays; July 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug 7, 14 , Synchronous Online
Paul Newman, the embodiment of charisma, captivated movie audiences with his iconic baby-blue eyes, striking features, and powerful screen presence. Known for his multiple Academy Award-nominated performances, Newman ultimately won an Oscar for 'The Color of Money,' the sequel to 'The Hustler.' This course will trace the timeline of Newman's remarkable career.


Tuesdays; July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5, 12 , Synchronous Online