Asian Cinema publishes scholarship on diverse film traditions across Asia, with a recurring focus on themes of representation, identity, and social change. Articles analyze cinematic adaptations, the experiences of women in film industries, and the philosophical underpinnings of filmmaking. The journal also explores the representation of fear, sexuality, and the impact of economic and political transitions on cinema in various Asian contexts.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Visual Arts and Performing ArtsQ2
CommunicationQ4
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Film, Radio, Television
Scopus Categories
Visual Arts and Performing ArtsCommunication
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Hong Kong and Taiwan PoliticsAsian Culture and Media StudiesCinema and Media StudiesJapanese History and CultureSouth Asian Cinema and CultureSocioeconomic Development in AsiaSoutheast Asian Sociopolitical StudiesChinese history and philosophyAsian Studies and HistoryCultural Industries and Urban Development