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Steve Chibnall is Professor of British Cinema at De Montfort University, where he is based in the School of Media and Communication within the Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities. He is Director of the Cinema and Television History (CATH) Research Centre and curates multiple film archives, including the Hammer Script Archive and the Steve Chibnall Archive. He is also Visiting Professor at The Cinema Museum in London and serves on editorial boards and as co-series editor for Routledge’s British Popular Cinema series.
- BA Hons Sociology, University of Essex
- MA Sociology, University of Essex
- PhD, University of Essex
Steve Chibnall is one of the UK’s leading film historians, specializing in British cinema history. His research interests include British B movies, censorship, stardom (1945–1960), film poster design, Anglo-Italian co-productions, and crime in film and media. He has made significant contributions to the sociology of collecting and the history of graphic illustration. His work bridges academic scholarship and public engagement through film festivals, exhibitions, and media appearances.
His recent publications and outputs reflect a strong focus on British film heritage, exhibition history, and cultural memory. Themes across his work include the evolution of British cinema, the role of independent studios, and the cultural impact of film. He has contributed to academic journals, curated film seasons, and advised on BBC documentaries and DVD releases.
- Honorary Visiting Professor, The Cinema Museum, London (2012)
Chibnall actively supervises PhD students and leads externally and internally funded research projects, including AHRC-supported work and DMU’s RIF-funded initiatives to launch the CATH Centre. He has organized major conferences such as Bloodlines: British Horror Past and Present and Romcom Actually, and curated public events featuring figures like Ken Loach and Honor Blackman. His consultancy work with the BFI, BBC, Odeon Entertainment, and Volkswagen demonstrates the real-world impact of his research.
He is affiliated with the Cinema and Television History (CATH) Research Centre, where he leads a team of researchers and associate fellows. The CATH Centre serves as a hub for archival research, public events, and collaborative projects on British screen culture.
