Researchers' guide

A one-stop-shop of resources and information to assist your research and help answer your queries - from identifying and contacting industry organisations to locating academic specialists, and useful websites.

DirectoryDirectory

A comprehensive database of British film and media organisations, archives, film distributors, international sales agents and museums.

Film Links GatewayFilm Links Gateway

A wide-ranging annotated guide to websites relating to film and media.

Moving Image Research RegistryMoving Image Research Registry

A directory of researchers and research projects on cinema, TV and moving image media in the UK.

Researchers' TalesResearchers' Tales

Leading figures from the world of film and moving image research give personal reflections on their past and future work.

Distribution and rightsDistribution and rights

An introductory guide to who handles which film collections.

StatisticsStatistics

Where to find facts and figures on the UK film and TV industries.

Legislation

Current and historical legislation relating to the film and television industries in the UK can be found on the BFI's screenonline website.

Guides to Research for students and teachers

Approaches to Research (PDF, 47kb)
A step-by-step introduction to the process of carrying out and presenting your own research aimed at students new to film and media study

Research: The Essential Guide
A guide to research methodologies produced for teachers of film and media.

Last Updated: 11 May 2012