Aristotle’s Poetics identifies two decisive elements for the creation of a fiction: the plot (the mythos) and the character (the ethos). With reference to tragedy, Aristotle tells us that there can be no tragedy without a plot. But we know that for comedy, things are different.

The lecture will be given by Roberto De Gaetano, professor of film and critical writing and forms and models of Italian cinema, at the University of La Sapienza in Rome, Italy.

This event is co-sponsored by the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures & the Film and Media Studies Program.

Refreshments provided. All are welcome.