Cinema and Sexualities (P3057)

15 credits, Level 6

Spring teaching

This module centres on the critical study of sexualities and how they are represented in a range of film texts. Through screenings, lectures, seminars and self-directed study, you will be introduced to the various ways in which sexualities have been both theorised and represented in a range of film texts.

Debates considered in the module may include:

• the politics of sexual identification
• the idea of sexual ‘perversity’
• sexual stereotyping (especially of lesbians and gays)
• and the critical concept of ‘queer’ in theory
• identity politics and cinematic genre (queer cinema).

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Courses

This module is offered on the following courses:

• American Studies and Film Studies (with a study abroad year) BA
• Art History and Film Studies BA
• Drama and Film Studies BA
• Drama, Theatre and Performance BA
• English and Film Studies BA
• Film Studies BA
• Filmmaking BA