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Course Description

Hollywood filmmakers regularly take inspiration from current events in making movies, and the Cold War was no exception. From the 1950s to the 1990s, the geopolitical rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union provided the backdrop for many thrillers that captured the tension, fear, and paranoia of the time. The course will examine how the Cold War was depicted in classic films such as Dr. Strangelove, The Manchurian Candidate, Apocalypse Now...and even some not-so-classic flicks like Rambo: First Blood, Part II. Students will watch clips from these films (not the entire movies), and classes will consist of lectures on the political contexts, historical accuracy, and production details of the films themselves. A list of films will be provided in advance for those students who wish to view them before each class.
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Section Title
Cold War in the Movies
Type
In-Person
Days
M
Time
12:30PM to 2:30PM
Dates
Feb 23, 2026 to Mar 16, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
8.0
Location
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Fee(s)
OLLI $90.00 Click here to get more information
Additional Fee(s)
$10 OLLI-UW donation $10.00 Optional
$25 OLLI-UW donation $25.00 Optional
$50 OLLI-UW donation $50.00 Optional
$100 OLLI-UW donation $100.00 Optional
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 16, 2026
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