The Devil's Pact in Literature, Music and Film
Elective Courses
CINE 252 - The Devil's Pact in Literature, Music and Film
GRMN 256
For centuries the pact with the devil has signified humankind's desire to surpass the limits of human knowledge and power. From the reformation chap book to the rock lyrics of Randy Newman's Faust, from Marlowe and Goethe to key Hollywood films, the legend of the devil's pact continues to be useful for exploring our fascination with forbidden powers.
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