Oct 6-13

OCT 6-13

Thurs, Oct 6

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Tues, Oct 11

No class: October Break

Thurs, Oct 13

IN-CLASS MID-TERM EXAM:
Be sure to bring blue books!

PSYCHOANALYSIS, FEMINISM, AND THE VAMPIRE SLAYER

In this second block of classes, we will build on our discussion of Brooks by continuing our exploration of psychoanalytical concepts, specifically those of Sigmund Freud, Jacques Lacan, and Julia Kristeva. Througout, Buffy will be our guide since Joss Whedon, the show's creator, self-consciously incorporates both Freudian and Lacanian elements into his Buffyverse.We will also take this opportunity to discuss the influence of Lacan on both feminism and contemporary film theory.

ENGL 373H: The Theory of SF&F

INSTRUCTOR : Prof. Felluga

OFFICE : HEAV 430

OFFICE HOURS : T,Th 1:30-2:30 (or email me)

E-MAIL: : felluga@purdue.edu