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Course Description

Participants will watch and discuss films exploring the portrayal of comedy in cinema. Our public course will examine how humor has changed over time, including the decline of the romantic comedy.
 
Each class session will include a pre-screening lecture followed by a showing of the film. Afterward, audience members will engage in conversation about the content events featured, the ways directors presented the subjects, and cinematic techniques used that may answer some questions while raising others.

Each class begins at 6:00 p.m. in Morgan Auditorium at Penn State Schuylkill’s Student Community Center.

Cost: $30 for community members 

Tentative Schedule:
January 26th
When Harry Met Sally (1989)
Directed by Rob Reiner

February 23rd
Coming to America (1988)
Directed by John Landis

March 23nd
A League of Their Own (1992)
Directed by Penny Marshall

April 20th
Major League (1989)
Directed by David S. Ward

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Type
CLASS
Dates
Jan 26, 2026 to Apr 20, 2026
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $30.00

Section Notes

Film and Lecture Dates for Spring 2026: January 26, February 23, March 23, and April 20. All sessions will begin at 6:00pm in the Morgan Auditorium at Penn State Schuylkill’s Student Community Center. Cancellation Policy: Participants can opt-in at any time throughout the semester. 
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