About French Film Industry Review

A research-oriented publication dedicated to analytical perspectives on French cinema

Our Mission

French Film Industry Review was established to provide rigorous, evidence-based analysis of the French film industry's structure, evolution, and institutional dynamics. Our mission is to contribute to scholarly discourse while serving the practical needs of professionals, researchers, and students in the field of cinema studies.

We maintain editorial independence and analytical neutrality, ensuring that our research and commentary remain objective and academically sound. Our work is guided by principles of accuracy, transparency, and scholarly integrity.

Through comprehensive coverage of production processes, cultural policies, technological innovations, and institutional frameworks, we aim to enhance understanding of French cinema's role in global cultural production and its continued influence on international filmmaking practices.

Our History

Founded in 2010, French Film Industry Review emerged from a recognized need for systematic, analytical coverage of the French film industry that would serve both academic and professional audiences. The publication was initiated by a collective of film scholars, industry analysts, and cultural policy researchers based in Paris.

Over the past fifteen years, we have expanded our coverage to include comprehensive analysis of production trends, institutional developments, technological innovations, and cultural policy evolution. Our archive now contains over 250 analytical articles, research reports, and expert commentaries.

The publication has become a recognized resource for academics, policy makers, film professionals, and students seeking informed perspectives on French cinema. Our work has been cited in academic journals, industry reports, and policy documents throughout Europe and internationally.

Editorial Team

Our multidisciplinary team brings expertise in film studies, cultural policy, economics, and production analysis

Research Directors

Our research directors hold doctoral degrees in film studies, cultural policy, and media economics. They oversee the publication's analytical framework and ensure methodological rigor across all content.

Contributing Analysts

A network of over 40 contributing analysts includes academics, industry professionals, and policy specialists who provide expert perspectives on specific aspects of French cinema.

Editorial Board

Our editorial board comprises distinguished scholars and practitioners who review submissions, maintain standards, and provide strategic guidance on coverage priorities.

Our Methodology

Research Approach

We employ mixed-methods research combining quantitative data analysis, qualitative case studies, institutional analysis, and expert interviews. All research adheres to established scholarly standards and undergoes editorial review.

Data Sources

Our analysis draws on official statistics from the CNC, industry reports, academic publications, trade press coverage, and primary data collected through surveys and interviews with industry stakeholders.

Editorial Standards

All content undergoes fact-checking, peer review, and editorial oversight. We maintain strict standards for accuracy, objectivity, and transparency. Sources are clearly cited and methodological limitations acknowledged.

Stakeholder Engagement

We maintain ongoing dialogue with industry professionals, academic institutions, cultural organizations, and policy bodies to ensure our coverage remains relevant and responsive to developments in the field.

Who We Serve

Our content is designed for diverse audiences engaged with French cinema

Academics

Researchers and scholars in film studies, cultural studies, and media economics seeking data and analysis for academic work.

Film Professionals

Producers, directors, and industry practitioners seeking insights on production trends and institutional frameworks.

Policy Analysts

Cultural policy specialists and institutional researchers analyzing support mechanisms and regulatory frameworks.

Students

Graduate and undergraduate students in film studies, cultural policy, and media studies programs worldwide.