I didn't like him at first because the lectures can be dry (just talking) but over time I grew to deeply respect and like him. This guy definitely knows the material he teaches and has a passion for it which makes the long lectures much more bearable. Tests are moderately difficult but there is no study guide of any sort so take good notes
theory classes are always hard, but sarkar makes it easier to understand. loves having conversations w/students in and out of class, and his quizzes are BASIC. lectures are almost conversational, and at times it doesnt seem like a film class but it was one of my favorite classes i took in the department. make sure you have a good TA!
Sarkar made otherwise dry and abstract concepts really easy to understand. There's a ton of tough reading to do but he goes over the important ones in lecture page by page so you understand. Lectures are super long and a bit boring but paying attention and taking good notes will help you get an A. Some pop quizzes, a midterm, final, & term paper.
Sarkar was one of the best professors I have had at UCSB!! The course itself can be dry but he makes it so much better. He is hilarious and brilliant. His assignments and grading are fair which is rare to find. Take the class you won't regret it! A couple mini/easy quizzes. One midterm, one final and a term paper on whatever you choose!
He was a brilliant professor, teaching difficult to understand concepts. If you do all the assigned readings and go to class/section the class will be so so rewarding though, because it all comes together in class. He is the most brilliant professor I've had at UCSB for sure. Take the time to appreciate this class, it's an experience.
Best class I've ever taken at UCSB. Different topics and disciplines seemes to finally intersect and make sense when he talked about them. Sarkar is a brilliant thinker, hilarious lecturer, and just and all around charming and lovely person. Give him a chance, and do your reading. You will learn a lot and I promise it will be worth it :)
He is a great teacher. Very smart, kinda hard to follow. Over all if you apply the ideas learned in class, it could help you in your life. Overall not an easy class, but great teacher ....
I thought this professor was great. He did a wonderful job of making this class interesting. I wasn't sure if I'd enjoy this class but I did. It was great. There was a lot of reading but it was well worth it. The midterm and final were both easy. It was a great class!
At first, this class seems really hard and there is a ton of information. But dont get overwelmed, because his tests are very easy and you dont need to do the reading. He goes over everything he wants you to know in class, so take good notes. Kind of depressing class after awhile, but he is a very good teacher and extremely knowledgeable.
Easy tests if u study. Explains things very well. Great lecturer. But DON'T under any circumstance take his honors section: it's pointless cause he doesn't give a rat's ass what you think. He just wants to tell you what HE thinks and he's not very supportive of your thoughts. But awesome lecturer, so I highly recommend his classes.
Don't worry about what you think of this pompous ass. Know that he thinks the world of himself and that your opinion will never matter. Take this class in summer school and save yourself a quarter of eyerolling madness.
He's alright. I wouldn't say great, but alright. He talks a LOT, so be prepared. Usually he writes things down on the board, so it's good for visual learners. Nice guy, really likes what he teaches so he has enthusiasm - more than decent amount of reading. Midterm, final, paper. Pretty straightforward - no tricks or pop quizzes. Didn't take role.
This guy really knows his stuff.. he's almost TOO smart. There's so much information in each lecture. The tests aren't too bad if you study.
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Hands down, the best professor I had in college. He is a great lecture and very intersting. Plue he is freaking hot!!!
He really got me interested into film theory and analysis. Before his class I really just cared more about the productions aspect of film studies, but because of his open mind and very broad knowledge (plus his brilliant lectures) of everything behind the
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His tests are just retarded
Sexy and good lecturer.
He is amazing, so much fun in lecture and makes the topics really intersting
He has animal magnitism. He dresses damn sexy. Good luck keeping your toongue in your mouth. But seriously he's the best professor in the department.
Picks great films, discusses issues at great length in a manner that is very easy to understand. Overall, a great teacher!
very knowledgable
