This course will introduce students to the phenomenon of the so-called 'New Mexican Cinema' wave. By tracing its origins to the early 1990s this course will examine how and why Mexican Cinema has become so popular amidst a global community of moviegoers. It will analyse both commercially sucessful films from the last decade, as well as those which were deemed 'arthouse' movies. It will examine these terms in the context of filmmaking from Mexico. Students will explore how contemporary film-making in Mexico engages with the context of its production, illustrating social concerns and changing attitudes as reflected in the filmic narratives. Ultimately this course aims to build upon students' acquired analytical skills as well as provide a forum for discussion, intellectual stimulation and academic growth