James Tweedie

James Tweedie is a Professor in the Department of Cinema and Media Studies at the University of Washington. His research focuses on 20th-century film, globalization, modernist cinema, and post-WWII film history.

• Academic Rank: Professor
• Department: Cinema and Media Studies
• University: University of Washington

His work explores intersections between film, urban networks in East Asia, and the evolution of new media in the late 20th century. Current projects include a history of Hollywood art direction and production design.

Scientific Awards:

• Katherine Singer Kovács Book Award (2014)
• Academy Scholar by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

He has authored and co-edited influential publications on cinema and taught courses on global film networks and modernist cinema.