JOURNAL OF POPULAR FILM AND TELEVISION
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Intersection of Culture and Screen.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Analysis of Media Texts:
The journal focuses on examining how films and television shows reflect, shape, and challenge cultural norms and values. It encourages interdisciplinary approaches that integrate cultural studies, media studies, and critical theory. - Representation and Identity:
A significant aim is to explore issues of representation, particularly concerning race, gender, sexuality, and class. The journal highlights how popular media constructs identities and how these representations influence societal perceptions. - Historical Contextualization:
The journal emphasizes the importance of historical context in understanding film and television. It publishes works that analyze media texts in relation to their historical, political, and social environments. - Genre Studies and Innovation:
Research on genre conventions, evolution, and the impact of technological advancements in film and television is a core area. The journal encourages studies that explore genre blending and the emergence of new forms. - The Impact of New Media:
With the rise of streaming services and digital platforms, the journal investigates how these changes affect audience engagement and the production of popular media.
Trending and Emerging
- Dark Television and Complex Narratives:
Recent publications emphasize the engagement of audiences with darker themes in television series, such as the analysis of 'Game of Thrones.' This trend indicates an increasing interest in how complex narratives reflect societal anxieties. - Transcultural and Global Perspectives:
The journal is seeing a rise in studies that examine transcultural exchanges in media, as evidenced by analyses of shows like 'Man Like Mobeen.' This reflects a growing recognition of the interconnectedness of global media landscapes. - Neurodiversity and Representation:
There is an emerging focus on neurodiversity within popular media, showcasing how characters with diverse cognitive experiences are represented. This trend aligns with broader discussions about inclusivity and representation. - Women in Genre and Horror:
The exploration of women's roles in traditionally male-dominated genres, particularly horror, is gaining traction. This reflects a broader cultural movement towards recognizing female contributions and perspectives in media. - Impact of Streaming Services on Storytelling:
The rise of streaming platforms and their impact on narrative structures and audience engagement is a key emerging theme. The journal is increasingly publishing works that analyze how streaming changes the landscape of storytelling.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Film Criticism:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers focused solely on traditional film criticism, which often emphasizes aesthetic and technical analysis. This shift indicates a growing preference for cultural and social analyses over formal critique. - Classic Cinema Studies:
Research centered on classic films from earlier decades is less prevalent now. The journal appears to be moving towards more contemporary analyses, reflecting the current media landscape's focus on modern narratives and storytelling. - Hollywood-centric Perspectives:
Papers exclusively focusing on Hollywood as the primary context for analysis are declining. This trend suggests a broader interest in global cinema and diverse narratives that extend beyond traditional Hollywood frameworks. - Proliferation of Genre Studies:
While genre studies remain important, there is a reduction in studies that treat genres as static categories. The journal is increasingly favoring dynamic analyses that consider genre hybridity and the fluidity of genre boundaries.
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