Roter Su

Roter Su is a Lecturer and Subject Leader in Film and Moving Image Production at Kingston University. He holds a BA (Hons) in Film and Moving Image Production and a practice-based PhD focusing on cultural identity through documentary. His work bridges artistic practice with academic research, emphasizing postcolonialism, postmodernism, and the intersection of cultural resistance and adaptation.

Education:

• PhD in Practice-Based Research (Documentary Filmmaking) – Kingston University (2017)
• BA (Hons) Film and Moving Image Production – Kingston University

Research Interests: Roter explores cultural identity formation in liminal spaces, particularly among first-generation Taiwanese immigrants in the UK. He employs documentary as a tool to examine how individuals balance cultural heritage with local adaptation. Current research investigates athletes' and body performers' identities through psychology, sports science, and sociology, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration with specialists in these fields.

Projects & Collaborations:

• Director of Be Your Own Competition (2019-), exploring body performance through a meta-ethnographic lens.
• EU-funded Safe You Plus (2018-19) and Safe You (2017), addressing youth safety via video production.
• Collaborations with Imperial College London, Hammersmith United Charity, and institutions across Europe on community-focused projects.

Teaching & Advising: Roter emphasizes technical, theoretical, and conceptual development in students, guiding them to create work reflecting real-world engagement. He advises on documentary practices and cross-disciplinary methodologies.

Labs & Teams: Engages in collaborative networks including ERASMUS+ initiatives and UK-based charities, leveraging filmmaking to address societal issues.