This class is really interesting if you need it as a GE, for your major, or if you're just interested in film. I learned a lot from this class and I really enjoyed the movies we watched and the cultural aspect of the class. The paper was graded fairly and wasn't that hard to write as long as you watched the films and used specific examples of concepts that you learned in class. The midterm and final were online, which was nice since you could take it on your own time but the questions were very specific so you need to make sure you remember details from all the movies and examples the professor said in lecture. The only thing I didn't like about this class is that the lectures were very long; on Tuesday's we watched the movie, which would usually be around 2 hours, and Thursdays we had a long lecture to go over the film. Discussions are also mandatory and participation matters. If you're looking for a fun class with not a whole lot of workload, I would recommend this class.

I really enjoyed my time with Professor Brozgal in French 41. In the beginning, my motivation in taking this class was to fulfill a GE; however, I am so happy that I was able to enroll in this class my first quarter here at UCLA. She is incredibly kind and understanding. After attending her office hours once, she remembered my name. It is so gratifying to hear your name in a classroom of 120 students. Whether you want to talk to Professor Brozgal about your thesis for the 2 short essays (10% of your grade each) or your upbringing during her office hours, she is open arms. The model of the class is one day is a screening day and the other a lecture day. I have been able to enjoy some of the best French films in this class. Her lectures sound like essays due to how well spoken this woman is :). The grade composition is made up of 1 midterm and a final, both which are online and multiple choice. There are about two hours allocated for the exam, but I only used about 30-35 minutes.

10/10 Would Recommend!!

Amazing class! I had never considered analyzing films--I was just taking this class for a french minor and for a GE. Professor Brozgal was awesome and I am so glad I took it. The movies were all good (with the exception of the 1930s propaganda one but it was still interesting). My mind was boggled by her lectures every time because she would analyze film elements so in-depth and connect them to the readings and historical context of the films. My TA Katie was pretty nice too!

Professor Brozgal is very knowledgeable and concerned. In french 41, we watch the films on Tuesday and have lecture about the film on Thursday.

Grade breakdown:
15% attendance
10% participation
15% 3 response paper (5% each)
25% midterm
30% final
5% leading discussion

I got an A- in the class because I didn't study the slides when preparing for the midterm. Nevertheless, I learnt a lot in this class and really enjoy it!

I LOVED Prof Brozgal. I didn't actually attend Office hours but I loved her lectures, her choice of films and her insights on each of them. I absolutely loves The Intouchables and La Haine. There was only one film in the class that was sort of boring. I learnt a LOT about film and French culture. This was an AMAZING GE!

Brozgal is amazing. By far one of the most passionate and personable teachers I've ever had. She is an incredible educator and honestly takes the time to get to know her students. I'll be taking as many classes with her as I can. She gives a lot of work, but it will all pay off! Take her!

The French Cinema class was a really fun GE. Prof Brozgal is nothing short of amazing. We watched a film every tuesday and she gave a lecture about it on thursday. The readings were long and rather complex but she broke it all down to the basics. It was easy to follow. I learnt A LOT and I loved the selection of films too.

I absolutely adore Brozgal. She's incredible. The woman spent several years living in Paris and, let me tell you, it paid off. Her French is amazing. She speaks so quickly with an immaculate Parisian accent that you'd never guess she's American. I was scared out of my mind when I started French 120 with her last quarter. I thought I would have to drop the class because I'd only understand 60-70% of her lectures. I went to her office hours and expressed my concerns...she is very empathetic and an excellent listener. She encouraged me to stay in the class and do my best. By the end of the quarter, my comprehension of French had improved SO much. I wish I could take her every quarter. She is passionate about this language and culture. She's also a classy dresser and very beautiful. She's pretty young, too, so she's "hip with the kids." Haha. TAKE HER AND THANK ME LATER.

She is an excellent professor who is passionate and always willing to help. You will have to work hard in her class, but it's worth it because you will learn immensely.

She's amazing. I am a south campus major, but I really enjoyed this class and it was easy! I never did any of the readings and ended up with an A. Just go to lecture and take notes. Winmar the TA was really nice! Her study guides basically have everything you need to know for the midterm and final. The majority of the movies were interesting too! She is so nice, definitely take her class.