Benjamin McCann

Associate Professor Benjamin McCann is affiliated with the School of Humanities at the University of Adelaide. He holds a PhD in 1930s French Cinema from the University of Bristol and specializes in French Poetic Realism, set design, and film adaptation. His research focuses on directors like Marcel Carné and Julien Duvivier, as well as French horror cinema and audience reception. He has received multiple teaching awards, including the Stephen Cole the Elder Award (2011 and 2022) and a Citation from the Australian Learning and Teaching Council (2010). McCann has contributed to grants exploring student equity and university experiences, including a $219k ALTC grant (2009) and a $60k NCSEHE grant (2014). His recent publications analyze 1930s French cinema, cultural exchange between France and Japan, and contemporary French film trends. His work often bridges cinematic techniques with historical and social contexts, reflecting his dedication to both academic research and pedagogical innovation.