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2012-2013 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
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PHI 016 - Philosophic Themes in Film

Semester Hours: 3
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An introduction to various philosophical issues that arise in contemporary films like “The Matrix,” “Memento,” “A.I.,” and “Crimes and Misdemeanors.” Some of the issues that will be examined include the problem of skepticism, the nature of the self, personal identity, artificial intelligence, free will and determinism, and moral dilemmas. 

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
No previous study of philosophy is presupposed or required.





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