Hrvatski Filmski Ljetopis
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Insights into Croatian Cinema.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cinematic Analysis and Critique:
The journal focuses on in-depth analysis and critique of films, exploring various artistic styles, narratives, and production contexts, particularly within Croatian cinema. - Intermedial and Cross-Cultural Studies:
It emphasizes intermedial storytelling, examining how different media forms interact and influence each other, alongside cross-cultural comparisons of cinematic works. - Cinematic History and Heritage:
The journal addresses historical perspectives on film, including the examination of Croatian film heritage, significant movements, and the evolution of film practices. - Film Theory and Philosophy:
Scholarly discussions on film theory, aesthetics, and philosophy are prominent, allowing for an exploration of the conceptual underpinnings of cinematic experiences. - Social and Political Commentary:
The journal often investigates the social and political dimensions of film, analyzing how films reflect and critique societal issues, ideologies, and cultural narratives. - Education and Pedagogy:
There is a focus on film education and pedagogical approaches to film studies, promoting the importance of cinematic literacy across different levels of education.
Trending and Emerging
- Cinematic Representation of Social Issues:
There is a growing emphasis on how films address pressing social issues, such as identity, migration, and human rights, reflecting a contemporary concern for social justice and representation. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal is increasingly incorporating interdisciplinary methods, blending film studies with psychology, sociology, and art theory to provide richer analyses of films and their contexts. - Impact of Digital Media on Cinema:
A significant focus on the effects of digital media and technology on filmmaking practices and audience engagement is emerging, exploring how digital platforms reshape cinematic experiences. - Women and Gender in Cinema:
Research concerning women's representation, gender dynamics, and feminist film theory is on the rise, highlighting the importance of gender studies within the cinematic discourse. - Film Festivals and Cultural Events:
There is an increased interest in the role of film festivals as cultural phenomena, examining their impact on film distribution, visibility, and the promotion of diverse voices in cinema.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Genre Studies:
There seems to be a decline in the exploration of traditional genre studies, with fewer articles dedicated to analyzing specific genres or genre conventions in depth. - Technical Aspects of Filmmaking:
Discussions focusing on the technical aspects of filmmaking, such as cinematography, editing techniques, and sound design, are becoming less frequent, suggesting a shift towards thematic and narrative analysis. - Mainstream Hollywood Cinema:
The journal appears to be less engaged with mainstream Hollywood cinema, with fewer articles critiquing popular films or examining their cultural impact in comparison to independent or regional cinema. - Historical Film Criticism:
There is a noticeable reduction in historical film criticism, particularly regarding classic films, indicating a potential shift towards contemporary cinema and current film narratives. - Celebrity Studies:
Research focusing on celebrity culture and stardom in cinema is increasingly rare, perhaps reflecting a broader trend away from celebrity-driven analysis within film studies.
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