Same as Middle Eastern Studies 342 (Topic 73). Introduction to some of the most pertinent social and political themes in celebrated films across Arab countries, Turkey, Iran, and Israel and Palestine. Three lecture hours a week for one semester. Only one of the following may be counted: Government 366N, Middle Eastern Studies 342 (Topic: Contemp Middle Eastern Cinema), 342 (Topic 73), Radio-Television-Film 342 (Topic: Contemp Middle Eastern Cinema). Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.