3) The History and Business of Popular Entertainment:

The history of pop culture music and film, including the evolution of business structures, unions, and the effects of the internet and digital technology.

Topics covered include:

• 1920 - Present: culture, styles of music
• Pop-formula bands, videos
• USA, Canada, Britain and world trends
• Tape/digital revolution, politics in music
• Niche markets and underground scenes
• The Hollywood studio system
• The impact of television and the internet
• Hollywood today
• Canadian film history and film identity
• Canada's "Hollywood North"