Author: Stephan Apicella-Hitchcock

Fordham Student Book Release: “Case Study Tokyo 2026” Volumes 1 & 2 ?>

Fordham Student Book Release: “Case Study Tokyo 2026” Volumes 1 & 2

I am thrilled to announce the publication of Case Study Tokyo 2026 by our student researchers: Deborah Adebanjo, Julie Casamonti, Cagla Cetin, Annabelle Hochberg, Grayson Howes, Camille Majzun, Lulu Marino, Xavier Oyola, Nicole Phillips, Sophia Puccini, Jack Reynard, Kate Schweiger, Lily Sood, Emily Terrell, Chelsy Veras, Samuel Wachter, Caroline Walkup, and Dylan Wright.

Clocking in at 760 pages across two volumes, it is the most extensive research collection in the sixteen-year history of the class. You will be able to view the books in our library soon; however, in the meantime, please enjoy a full preview of Case Study Tokyo 2026 Volume 1 and Case Study Tokyo 2026 Volume 2 online.

As stated in the book’s acknowledgments, “I would like to thank the students who have participated in this course. Looking at the images in this book transports me immediately back to Tokyo. Your efforts are undeniable, and your observations are numerous, thoughtful, and provocative. And when I say numerous, you certainly know what I mean—as you are now in the final pages of volume two!”

So, Rams: Deborah, Julie, Cagla, Annabelle, Grayson, Camille, Lulu, Xavier, Nicole, Sophia, Jack, Kate, Lily, Emily, Chelsy, Samuel, Caroline, and Dylan—

皆どうもうありがとうございました！ Thank you all so very much!

Pictures of Ghosts, by Kleber Mendonça Filho ?>

Pictures of Ghosts, by Kleber Mendonça Filho

Pictures of Ghosts, 2023, directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho

Tuesday, April 14, 6 pm, Lincoln Center, Visual Arts Complex, RM SL24L
Panelists: Associate Professor of French Audrey Evrard, Department Chair, Languages & Cultures, and Professor Carl Fischer, Professor of Spanish, Department of Languages & Cultures. Moderated by Professor Apicella-Hitchcock, Head of the Visual Arts Program. Open to all. There will be pizza and a raffle prize.

Pictures of Ghosts, from acclaimed Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho, “Is a multidimensional journey across time, sound, architecture, and filmmaking that explores the rich, complicated history of the filmmaker’s home city of Recife—the coastal capital of the state of Pernambuco—through the great movie theaters that served as spaces of conviviality during the twentieth century. Paeans to dreams and progress, these temples of cinema have also come to reflect major shifts in Brazilian society and politics. Combining archival documentary, mystery, film clips, and personal memories, Pictures of Ghosts is a map of a city through the lens of cinema, offering a delightful tour…”

About season two:
This spring, Films Worth Talking About, Even If Difficult, expands its programming into a broader interpretive territory. “Difficult Films” is not limited to films that are emotionally challenging or politically provocative; it can also refer to films that are visually experimental, sonically demanding, historically complex, or with multi-threaded or temporally shifting narratives. Ultimately, the series is a cinematic pretext for hanging out, eating, and talking—a communal exercise where we discuss, discover, and sometimes disagree, which is all part of the experience.

The Office of the Arts & Sciences Dean invites you to step outside your regular streaming queue, experience something different, and join a community of curious film lovers throughout the year. Please bring your friends, an open mind, and have a question ready. Additionally, to sweeten the deal, we offer raffle items connected to the film. By participating, you could walk away with a special prize AND a different perspective.

Documentary Photography: Italy 2026! ?>

Documentary Photography: Italy 2026!

Each year, students from this class put together and publish a book of photography. You can see 2025’s book here!

We encourage students with a passion for travel and photography to apply for this course. No prior experience required. Please notes that a digital camera will be provided for the duration of the class.

Program Dates: June 3rd – June 28th, 2026
Program Cost: $4,150 + Tuition (This includes housing, excursions, health insurance, and local transportation.)

Application Deadlines:

Priority Deadline: January 15, 2026
Final Deadline: February 1, 2026

To find out more about our Summer in Rome program, click here.