Studies in Documentary Film

metrics 2024

Advancing the Art and Science of Documentary Film

Introduction

Studies in Documentary Film is a prominent academic journal published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd that delves into the rich intersection of documentary filmmaking and critical academic discourse. With an ISSN of 1750-3280 and an E-ISSN of 1750-3299, this journal has emerged as a key resource for researchers, professionals, and students interested in the impact and evolution of documentary forms in contemporary culture. Recognized within the top tier of journals in Visual Arts and Performing Arts, achieving a Q1 ranking, it also holds a respectable Q3 classification in Communication, making it a vital platform for interdisciplinary dialogue. The journal boasts an impressive Scopus ranking of Rank #87/667 in Visual Arts and Performing Arts and an 87th percentile ranking, highlighting its significant influence and contribution to the field. Operating from the United Kingdom, the journal covers a diverse array of topics related to documentary film theory, practice, and cultural implications, inviting contributions that push the boundaries of traditional and contemporary research. While it does not offer open access, the journal's rigorous editorial standards ensure high-quality, peer-reviewed articles that resonate well with an academic audience committed to the study of documentary film.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.26
Journal Impact Factor0.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.80
H-Index14
Journal IF Without Self0.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.06
Influence0.37
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life5.90
Citing Half Life9.40
JCI1.18
Total Documents331
WOS Total Citations139
SCIMAGO Total Citations377
SCIMAGO SELF Citations39
Scopus Journal Rank0.26
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.81
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.71
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.70

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Visual Arts and Performing Arts in Arts and Humanities
Rank #87/667
Percentile 86.96
Quartile Q1
Communication in Social Sciences
Rank #309/511
Percentile 39.53
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

FILM, RADIO, TELEVISION
Rank 9/64
Percentile 85.94
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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