Background Info
International Dictionary of Films and Filmmakers
Schirmer Encyclopedia of Film
St. James Encyclopedia of Popular Culture
Getting Started
The resources on this page are intended to help you plan your research, identify and refine your topic, build your keyword vocabulary, and find general sources. Explore the other pages on this guide for help locating specific sources for your research.
Research Starters
We all use Wikipedia, but if you want something authoritative and reliable, Britannica® Academic is a great option. Like all encyclopedias, this source is a good way to find background information on a topic.
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Encyclopedia Britannica - AcademicIf the search widget above isn't working, you can click here to access Britannica Academic.
CQ Researcher is a great source for information about current events and controversies. However, it also has some useful historical information, usually about political events (ex. U.S.-Iran relations). We recommend this source when you're having difficulty coming up with a topic. It's also a good tool if you already have an idea, but aren't sure what direction to take.
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CQ ResearcherIf the search widget above isn't working, you can click here to access CQ Researcher.
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Opposing Viewpoints In Context (Gale)If the search widget above isn't working, you can click here to access Opposing Viewpoints.
This source is very similar to Opposing Viewpoints in Context - it's a good place to look for information on controversial issues.
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Points of View Reference CenterIf the search widget above isn't working, you can click here to access Points of View Reference Center.
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