The 2020 edition of the MILAN MACHINIMA FESTIVAL will be followed by the release of a printed bilingual (English and Italian) publication later this year featuring critical contributions on the state of machinima. The book/catalog will be edited by Matteo Bittanti and Gemma Fantacci. Contributors do not necessarily need to be addressing the machinima featured at the Festival. Scholars, critics, artists, and curators are invited to submit an extended abstract (between 500-1000 words excluding references) or full papers to [email protected] either in English or Italian.
Timeline:
April 15, 2020 Abstract submission deadline (full papers are also accepted);
May 15, 2020: Notification of acceptance/rejection sent to authors;
July 1, 2020: Full paper submission deadline;
Sept 1, 2020: Review deadline;
Oct 1, 2020: Deadline for edited papers.
Possible topics include:
- Vernacular machinima vs. avantgarde machinima
- Exhibition & screening of machinima
- Art historical perspectives on machinima
- Machinima and remix/mash up culture
- Recording and sharing of in-game performances
- The evolution of in-game video editors
- Critical analysis of an artist's oeuvre/work
- Innovative online distribution platforms
- The changing audiences of machinima
Inquiries may be directed to [email protected]
LINK: MILAN MACHINIMA FESTIVAL
