Dr Kamran Qureshi has published a new article, Fictsearch: What If Cinema Could Be a Research Method?, as part of Palgrave Macmillan’s Humanities campaign, an initiative that showcases the relevance and impact of humanities research in contemporary society.
The article introduces the Fictsearch framework developed in his book Fiction Feature Filmmaking and examines how filmmaking can operate not only as an artistic practice but also as a research methodology. It explores the potential of cinema to generate knowledge, investigate complex questions, and contribute to scholarly inquiry through creative practice.
The article can be read here:
https://go.nature.com/3OryfCY
Further information about the book Fiction Feature Filmmaking is available here:
https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-032-10451-9
Special thanks are extended to Kathy Cacace at Palgrave Macmillan for her support in facilitating this contribution.
Book, Fiction Feature Filmmaking: Research and Practice in Screenwriting, Production, Distribution, Exhibition, and Beyond. By Dr. Kamran Qureshi – Published by Springer Nature (Palgrave Macmillan)
This first-of-its-kind groundbreaking book by Dr. Kamran Qureshi explores the creative, technical, and industrial dimensions of fiction feature filmmaking. Bringing together critical research and professional practice, it provides a comprehensive journey through the entire lifecycle of a film — from screenwriting and development to production, distribution, and exhibition.
Written for filmmakers, researchers, students, and industry professionals, the book bridges theory and practice, offering fresh insights into how stories are shaped, films are made, and cinematic works reach audiences in today’s rapidly evolving media landscape.
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“This intensive postdoctoral research, Anglia Film Studios Project, looks at how to connect the University of East Anglia with a high-end film and television Production Company as they look to establish a Film Studio and teaching academy in the Norwich region, East of England, UK.”
Link: https://research-portal.uea.ac.uk/en/publications/anglia-film-studios-project