Nicolas Poppe

Overall I enjoyed this class. Most of the time is spent watching movies and discussing them and the film industry as a whole, specifically in Latin America. Most of the movies are entertaining, although you will have to spend every monday night watching them at the screenings. Readings are somewhat dull, but there aren't a ton of them. Grade is mostly based on performance on videographic projects and the midterm and final exams. Professor Poppe is super friendly and incredibly passionate about the subject, which also helps a lot.

Overall I enjoyed this class. Most of the time is spent watching movies and discussing them and the film industry as a whole, specifically in Latin America. Most of the movies are entertaining, although you will have to spend every monday night watching them at the screenings. Readings are somewhat dull, but there aren't a ton of the …Read more

Hispanic film was a very interesting class. Professor Poppe was very nice and chill also have homework extensions. I really enjoyed the classes and it was very fun to have many discussions. the only downside is that the video homeworks were graded harshly

One of the most carefully planned courses I’ve taken at Midd. Imagine an AP Latin American Studies course with your favorite Professor. Readings were 30-60 pages 2x week but they were always worthwhile and expanded upon in class. Professor Poppe a sweet and very fun millennial professor who holds his students to a rigorous standard but provides a lot of support. Main assessments were creative weekly writing assignments (<350 words), open notes/group work encouraged take-home midterm/final, and student led book groups.

One of the most carefully planned courses I’ve taken at Midd. Imagine an AP Latin American Studies course with your favorite Professor. Readings were 30-60 pages 2x week but they were always worthwhile and expanded upon in class. Professor Poppe a sweet and very fun millennial professor who holds his students to a rigorous standard b …Read more