Course Details

953: Casablanca—The Most Beloved Movie Ever Made

July 8-10
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
In-Person

More than just a film, Casablanca is to many a snapshot of Europe before America entered the war in 1941 and to others a universal statement of war, love, and commitment. We will screen the film at the first session (optional to attend) and the following two sessions discuss the times, the cast, the writers, the crew, and the studio that led to this masterpiece, as well as its impact even today. The only requirement is to watch the film and discuss how it all came together.

Class Type: Lecture and Discussion

Class Format: In-Person

Hours of Reading: No reading

Study Group Leader(s):

Steven Newborn

Steve Newborn recently retired from his law firm where he served as Global Head of the Antitrust Group. He has taught legal topics at Oxford, University of Pennsylvania, and the University of Chicago. He has been an avid student of film for over 50 years, especially of those made in Hollywood’s Golden Age.