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Scott Simmon is a Professor of English at the University of California, Davis, specializing in film scholarship, archiving, and expanding access to rare films. His work bridges historical film analysis, preservation, and cultural studies.
Education: Ph.D. in English, University of California, Davis.
Research focuses on American film history (1900–1934), early cinema pioneers (e.g., D.W. Griffith), and film preservation. He co-authored foundational works like Redefining Film Preservation and edited the Treasures from American Film Archives DVD series, hailed as a landmark in film restoration.
Teaching includes courses on international film history, film theory, and narrative analysis. Awards include the Theatre Library Association Award for The Invention of the Western Film (2003).
No specific advising or grant information is provided. Affiliated with the Cinema & Digital Media program at UC Davis.
