About the journal

Aims and scope

General information

“Bulletin of the Russian State Film Fund” — a cultural and educational magazine created for film archival professionals and anyone interested in the history and culture of cinema.

The publication is aimed at forming a scientific and professional agenda in the field of archival affairs, film studies, history of cinema, restoration and digital transformation of cultural values.

Main directions and headings

  • Science and technology: advanced methods of film archival work, restoration of film materials, preservation of film and photographic materials.
  • History and modernity: research into the history of cinema and film archival work; analysis of the current state and development prospects of the industry.
  • International experience and cultural integration: cooperation with international archives, cultural integration of new constituent entities of the Russian Federation.
  • Education and enlightenment: teaching materials, special projects for adolescents and young adults.
  • Cultural platform: coverage of the activities of the Illusion cinema and other Gosfilmofond projects.

Aims

The journal aims to disseminate scientific knowledge, exchange experiences and develop dialogue between researchers, archivists, restorers, historians, teachers and filmmakers.

Publications contribute to the professional growth of specialists, the formation of an academic and applied community interested in historical and cultural heritage.

Our mission is to promote the preservation of Russia’s unique historical and cultural heritage, popularize knowledge about film storage and restoration technologies, support dialogue about the past, present and future of film archiving, and highlight the activities of Gosfilmofond as one of the leading institutions in this field.

Target audience

The journal is aimed at:

  • Researchers and teachers
  • Students of humanities and cinema specializations
  • Employees of museums, archives and libraries
  • Restorers, film scholars and historians
  • Film technicians and digital specialists

Frequency and access

The journal is published every six months in printed and electronic form. All materials are available in open access on the official website. Publications are posted free of charge.

Founder and Publisher

State Film Fund of the Russian Federation (Gosfilmofond of Russia)

Address: 142050, Moscow region, Domodedovo urban district, Belye Stolby microdistrict, Gosfilmofond territory, building 8

Media registration information

The journal is registered by the Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology, and Mass Media of the Russian Federation (Roskomnadzor).

Registration number: PI No. FS 77-87925 dated August 12, 2024.