Matthew Cipa

Dr. Matthew Cipa is an Affiliate Research Fellow and Teaching Associate in Film and Television Studies at The University of Queensland's School of Communication and Arts. His work bridges film studies with philosophical inquiry, particularly exploring metaphysical dimensions of cinema and television. He holds a PhD in Metaphysical Film and Television from The University of Queensland (2020).

Research focuses on philosophical analysis of film form, directorial auteurism, and representation of abstract concepts like empathy and existence. Notable projects include studies on Abel Ferrara's critical reception, autism portrayal in Being There/Phantom Thread, and metaphysical themes in films like EO and Au Hasard Balthazar.

Published works include a 2024 monograph exploring metaphysical screen concepts and chapters in academic collections on Schiller's philosophy and directorial styles. His reviews engage with key texts in film philosophy and cognition theories.

Teaching responsibilities include film theory and analysis courses within the School of Communication and Arts. Active in academic discourse through the Digital Futures Lab and scholarly collaborations with institutions like Edinburgh University Press and SUNY Press.