Daniel Carlos Narvaez Torregrosa

Daniel Carlos Narvaez Torregrosa (born 1968 in Las Palmas) is a Professor of Audiovisual Narrative in the Audiovisual Communication Degree program at the University of Burgos, Spain. He belongs to the Department of History, Geography and Communication within the Faculty of Humanities and Communication. His academic focus centers on cinema history and aesthetics, with particular expertise in Spanish and European film history.

Dr. Narvaez Torregrosa earned his PhD in Art History from the University of Murcia with a dissertation on 'History of Cinema in Alicante (1896-1931)'. His scholarly work demonstrates a deep engagement with the historical development of cinema across multiple geographical contexts, including Spain, Mexico, Central Europe, and Finland. His research consistently bridges historical analysis with cinematic aesthetics.

His publications reveal a researcher deeply invested in how cinema reflects and shapes historical consciousness. The articles span from early cinema exhibitions in Spanish and Mexican cities to analyses of WWII representations in Central European cinema, and from studies of German expressionism to examinations of women's representation in historical film narratives. His work shows particular attention to how local contexts interact with broader cinematic movements.

Dr. Narvaez Torregrosa has authored several significant books including 'Marin y Vaillard: Pioneers of the Film Industry and Their Era', 'Alicante se rueda (1902-2014)', 'The Beginnings of Cinematography in Alicante 1896-1931', 'The Defeat of the Third Reich Through Cinema', and 'The Beginnings of Cinema'. These works establish him as a leading scholar in Spanish film history.

His research methodology consistently combines archival work with theoretical film analysis, creating rich historical narratives grounded in primary documentation. His work on early film exhibitions in Spanish cities demonstrates particular rigor in using local archives to reconstruct cinematic history.

Dr. Narvaez Torregrosa's academic contributions extend beyond his publications to include curating exhibitions and contributing to public understanding of cinema history through accessible scholarly work that bridges academic and public audiences.