This course examines the intersection of popular culture phenomena, e.g., television shows, films, etc., and philosophy. Specifically, we will look at these phenomena both as a vehicle for exploring traditional philosophical themes and ideas, and also as philosophically interesting texts in their own right, i.e., as texts which either contain philosophically relevant ideas and/or as texts which are in some sense themselves worthy of philosophical analysis. This course may be repeated up to 9 credits.
Prerequisite
WRIT 102 or
WRIT 201 & one previous PHIL course; or permission of department