Acquaints students with major issues concerning women in 20th century Russian culture. Examines sources from folk culture, popular culture, and high culture (poetry, prose, songs, tales, visual art, and cinema) that mythologize or question women's images and societal roles. All texts and films are offered in English translation. Taught in English. Recommended prereq., course(s) in literature or film studies, and upper-division writing courses. Same as WMST 4471 and GSLL 5471. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: human diversity.