Cine Documental
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling Stories: The Intersection of Film and Society
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Exploration of Documentary Theory:
The journal delves into the theoretical frameworks that define and analyze documentary filmmaking, including narrative theories and the rhetorical strategies employed by filmmakers. - Cultural and Historical Contexts:
Cine Documental emphasizes the significance of cultural and historical contexts in shaping documentary narratives, as evident in studies of specific regional cinema, such as the Iberian Cinema of Austerity or Bolivian video history. - Ethnographic and Anthropological Approaches:
The journal highlights the role of ethnographic methods in documentary filmmaking, examining how these approaches contribute to the authenticity and representation of diverse cultures. - Impact of Documentary on Society:
The journal investigates the role of documentaries in societal transformation and memory, focusing on themes such as propaganda, revolution, and the representation of marginalized voices. - Interdisciplinary Dialogue:
Cine Documental fosters interdisciplinary dialogues between cinema studies, media studies, and other fields, encouraging a holistic understanding of documentary as a medium.
Trending and Emerging
- Subjectivity and Filmmaker Presence:
The presence of the filmmaker as a subjective element in documentaries is gaining traction, with discussions on how this influences narrative and audience engagement. - Documentary as a Tool for Social Change:
There is an increasing focus on documentaries as instruments for social change, particularly in relation to political movements, anti-imperialism, and cultural resistance. - Media Sustainability and Local Narratives:
Emerging themes point towards the sustainability of media practices and the importance of local narratives, as seen in studies of community-based documentary projects. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Narratology:
The integration of narratology across various media forms, including cinema and video games, is becoming a significant area of interest, reflecting broader trends in media studies. - Ethnographic Documentaries:
There is a rising interest in ethnographic documentaries that explore cultural narratives and experiences, highlighting the importance of authenticity and representation.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Historical Narratives:
There seems to be a waning interest in conventional historical narratives within documentaries. Recent papers focus more on contemporary issues and experimental approaches rather than strictly historical documentation. - Purely Aesthetic Analyses:
The journal has shifted away from discussions centered solely on the aesthetics of documentary filmmaking, favoring instead analyses that incorporate social and political implications. - Focus on Mainstream Documentary Practices:
There is a noticeable decline in the exploration of mainstream documentary practices, with a greater emphasis on independent, experimental, and ethnographic documentaries.
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