About
Rick Hancox is an Associate Professor in the Communication Studies Department at Concordia University in Montréal. With a background in film and photography, he has significantly influenced Canadian experimental cinema through his teaching and filmmaking. Hancox's work explores intersections of personal memory, landscape, and historical context.
Education:
- BA in English from the University of Prince Edward Island
- MFA in Film and Photography from Ohio University (1973)
- Graduate work at Tisch School of Arts, NYU
Research Interests: Hancox's artistic practice focuses on blending poetic and cinematic elements, particularly in experimental documentaries. His films interrogate themes of time, memory, and the socio-historical mediation of landscapes.
Key Contributions: Coined the term 'Escarpment School' through his mentorship at Sheridan College (1973-85), where he shaped filmmakers like Alan Zweig and Philip Hoffman. His notable works include Waterworx (1982), Moose Jaw: There's a Future in Our Past (1992), and Home for Christmas (1978).
