Journal of Italian Cinema and Media Studies
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Scholarly Exchange in the Realm of Italian Media
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Italian Cinema History:
The journal emphasizes the historical development of Italian cinema, including significant movements such as neorealism, and the impact of various directors and films on the national and international stages. - Cultural Studies and Media Analysis:
Research often includes cultural studies perspectives, examining how Italian cinema reflects and shapes societal values, identities, and issues such as migration, gender, and nationalism. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal supports interdisciplinary methodologies, integrating perspectives from literature, sociology, and visual arts, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of film as a cultural artifact. - Global and Transnational Perspectives:
There is a consistent focus on the global and transnational dimensions of Italian cinema, exploring its interactions with other national cinemas, particularly in the context of migration and diaspora. - Feminist and Gender Studies:
The journal frequently addresses themes of gender and feminism in Italian cinema, analyzing representations of women and the roles of female filmmakers in the industry. - Emerging Technologies and New Media:
There is an increasing interest in how emerging technologies and new media platforms influence Italian cinema, including discussions on digital culture and online film distribution.
Trending and Emerging
- Migration and Mediterranean Studies:
Recent publications increasingly engage with themes of migration, particularly in the context of the Mediterranean, exploring how Italian cinema represents and responds to these pressing social issues. - Gender and Feminism in Cinema:
There is a growing body of work focusing on gender and feminist perspectives in Italian cinema, highlighting women's roles both in front of and behind the camera, as well as critiques of gender representation. - Digital Media and New Technologies:
Explorations of how digital platforms and new media technologies are reshaping the landscape of Italian cinema are on the rise, indicating a shift in focus towards contemporary viewing practices and audience engagement. - Intersections of Cinema and Other Art Forms:
Emerging themes include the intersections of cinema with literature, visual arts, and other cultural expressions, reflecting a broader interest in interdisciplinary approaches to Italian media. - Political and Social Activism:
The journal is increasingly publishing works that examine the role of cinema as a form of political and social activism, particularly in relation to contemporary sociopolitical issues in Italy and beyond.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Film Criticism:
There seems to be a waning interest in conventional film criticism that primarily focuses on aesthetic evaluations, as scholars increasingly prioritize sociocultural contexts and audience reception. - Historical Biographies of Filmmakers:
While biographies of filmmakers have been a staple, the trend appears to be declining in favor of broader thematic analyses that address collective movements and cultural impacts rather than individual narratives. - Static Representations of Italian Identity:
Research that solely emphasizes static representations of Italian national identity is declining, with a shift towards more dynamic and fluid understandings of identity that encompass migration and multiculturalism. - Focus on Classic Cinema:
There is a noticeable decrease in articles dedicated to classic Italian cinema from the early to mid-20th century, as contemporary cinema and its implications take precedence.
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