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CP 382: Distribution and Exhibition

This course explores the commercial and economic structure of the contemporary film industry. Topics to be covered include: the development of "Hollywood" as a distribution mechanism; the subsequent emergence of an independent commercial sector; the revenue stream from "box office" and ancillary markets, through distributors and to producers; the history and current state of theatrical exhibition; and emerging modes of content delivery.

Fall 2025-2026

Winter 2024-2025

Winter 2023-2024

  • Section: 801
  • Class number: 23009
  • Meeting time: W 5:45PM - 9:00PM
  • Location: CDM 00708 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Lisa Holmes | View syllabus

Winter 2022-2023

  • Section: 801
  • Class number: 28955
  • Meeting time: W 5:45PM - 9:00PM
  • Location: CDM 00708 at Loop Campus
  • Instructor: Lisa Holmes | View syllabus

Winter 2021-2022