The New Italians: Stories, Music and Cinema (ITAL-0155)

Spring 2026 · ITAL 0155 · Tufts University · 3 credits · Undergraduate

Artistic production of first-generation Italians within a historical and social overview of contemporary Italy. History of Italian colonialism in Africa, recent migratory waves to Italy from different countries, birth of new identities, and current laws on citizenship for first-generation Italians. Focus on a broad variety of artistic production by the “new Italians,” from visual arts to fashion, music, cinema, theater, and literature. Analysis of song lyrics, book excerpts, visual art productions, TV shows, and movies to discuss and reflect upon relevant themes of social justice across different cultures. In Italian. Prerequisites: Italian 22 or consent.

Course codes: ITAL-0155, ITAL 0155, ITAL0155, ITAL-155, ITAL 155, ITAL155

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