The Journal of Cinema and Media Studies

The Journal of Cinema and Media Studies is the peer-reviewed, scholarly publication of the Society for Cinema and Media Studies.

Archival News

Archival News is a quarterly bulletin of highlights from audiovisual archives, including the latest on acquisitions, preservation, exhibitions and festivals, professional meetings, awards, publications and DVDs, and online resources.

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New Research

New Research (formerly known as Professional Notes) is a quarterly special feature that curates and circulates lists of recent publications in cinema and media studies, ranging from books, articles, blogs, podcasts, and video essays on film and TV. Self-submissions are welcome!

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In Focus

In Focus publishes a series of short essays in each issue of JCMS. Each In Focus is based around a special topic, selected by a guest editor, such as the anthropocene or comedy studies.

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Book Reviews

Reviews are featured in each issue of JCMS. JCMS seeks to review innovative new work that speaks broadly to the field of cinema and media studies. Proposals for reviews and reviewers are encouraged.

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Spotlight

Spotlight, organized by the JCMS Outreach & Equity Editors, publishes interviews with scholars, caucuses, and scholarly interest groups (SIGs) from SCMS.

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Teaching Media

Teaching Media is dedicated to sharing ideas and resources for pedagogical practices. JCMS Teaching Dossier publishes short essays on pedagogical topics in film and media studies.

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